Weather in May in Cairo Governate
Thinking about venturing to Cairo Governate this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Cairo Governate in May?
Cairo Governate is a region in Egypt. May in Cairo Governate generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with almost no precipitation.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very warm in Cairo at 33°C to very hot in Luxor at 39°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C in Luxor and 18°C in Cairo. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Cairo Governate, check out the map below.
Precipitation
May is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.7 mm in Cairo.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Cairo enjoys approximately 324 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For a more detailed look at Cairo Governate's conditions throughout the year, check out our Cairo Governate climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 2 most popular destinations in Cairo Governate?
Cairo
In May Cairo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Luxor
In May Luxor generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Cairo Governate?
We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Cairo Governate. Typically, the climate in Cairo is perfect.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Cairo. On the other hand, the weather in June, July and August tend to be unpleasant.
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