Best Time to Visit Cairo

When to visit Cairo

October–April brings pleasant 18–28°C days. Summer is very hot (35°C+) and dusty — early-morning pyramid visits are essential. Ramadan hours shift restaurant timings; check dates before booking.

What each season changes

Cairo is the gateway to five thousand years of history — nowhere else can you see the pyramids, Tutankhamun's treasures and a medieval Islamic city in a single trip.

Season and price

Hotel rates in Cairo follow demand more closely than weather. Shifting your dates by a week either side of a peak period often moves the nightly rate more than switching hotel category — check live prices for both before committing.

Seasonal planning tips

• Use Uber or Careem to avoid taxi haggling.

• Carry small Egyptian pounds for tips (baksheesh) at sites.

• Book pyramid guides through your hotel or a licensed operator.