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Cairo Governate Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cairo Governate, Egypt in January.

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Considering a trip to Cairo Governate, Egypt this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Cairo Governate in January

Cairo Governate, Egypt is a region in Egypt. January in Cairo Governate generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Cairo at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Luxor at 23°C (73°F). At night it cools down to 9°C (48°F) in Luxor and 9°C (48°F) in Cairo. Even if January is considered the coolest month, there are areas in Cairo Governate, Egypt that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Cairo Governate, Egypt, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Luxor with an average of 0.8 mm (0.03 in) to low rainfall in Cairo with 5.5 mm (0.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this January. For example, Cairo gets approximately 213 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Cairo Governate by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cairo Governate — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cairo)

Best Places to Visit in Cairo Governate in January

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Cairo Governate

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Cairo Governate, Egypt?

Temperature range in Cairo Governate (January)

Precipitation variation in Cairo Governate (January)

Cairo

In January Cairo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
213 hours
238 hours
Monthly rainfall
3 mm (0.1 in)
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
6.2 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Luxor

In January Luxor generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Cairo Governate, in Egypt.

In our records: Egypt January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Egypt in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Egypt dropped to -4°C (25°F) in El Tor on January 14, 2008.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cairo Governate in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cairo 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 5.5 mm (0.2 in)
Luxor 23°C (73°F) 9°C (48°F) 0.8 mm (0.03 in)

Cairo Governate weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cairo Governate, Egypt in January?

January in Cairo Governate, Egypt brings perfect weather. In Cairo, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 9°C (48°F).

What is the average temperature in Cairo Governate, Egypt in January?

Cairo averages a daytime maximum of 20°C (68°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 9°C (48°F).

Does Cairo Governate, Egypt get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Cairo averages just 5.5 mm (0.2 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Cairo Governate, Egypt.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Cairo Governate, Egypt?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Cairo Governate, Egypt. Typically, the climate in Cairo is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit Cairo Governate, Egypt is in January, February, March, April, November and December with generally perfect weather in Cairo. The weather in June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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