Cairo Weather in May
Season: Spring
It has been torrid in Cairo during May, but the temperature difference is quite large between daytime and nighttime. The average temperature could be as high as 32℃ (89.6℉) during the day, while the average low temperature drops to 19℃ (66.2℉) at night. Do not expect any rain in Cairo in May, and it is quite dry with low humidity. Strong winds blow every now and then, perhaps accompanied by sandstorms. In such Cairo weather in May, T-shirt, dress, and more summer clothes can be worn, but a jacket should be added at night.
It has been torrid in Cairo during May, but the temperature difference is quite large between daytime and nighttime. The average temperature could be as high as 32℃ (89.6℉) during the day, while the average low temperature drops to 19℃ (66.2℉) at night. Do not expect any rain in Cairo in May, and it is quite dry with low humidity. Strong winds blow every now and then, perhaps accompanied by sandstorms. In such Cairo weather in May, T-shirt, dress, and more summer clothes can be worn, but a jacket should be added at night.
Averages for Cairo Weather in May
Temperature: 25°C / 77°F
High Temperature: 32°C / 89.6°F
Low Temperature: 19°C / 66.2°F
Humidity: 44%
Rainfall: 0 mm
Rainy Days: 0 days
Sunrise: 04:54 ~ 05:12
Sunset: 18:32 ~ 18:51
What to Wear in Cairo in May
Top Things to Do in Cairo in May
In addition to globally renowned pyramids, Egyptian National Museum, preserving lots of ancient Egyptian relics, is also a great attraction should not be missed. Citadel of Saladin is worth a visit as well, for the medieval Islamic architecture against Crusaders. On the observatory of Cairo Tower, the whole city with Nile River flowing though comes into your sight. Bab Zuweila is also a medieval building in Islamic style. On the minarets of Bab Zuweila, one could overlook the cityscapes of entire Islamic Cairo. As for Coptic Cairo, the Hanging Church is the most famous, and it’s also one of the oldest church in the city with fantastic structure and decorations.
Tips
1. Sunscreen is always needed in Cairo, especially when it gets torrid and when you travel to desert area.
2. Watch the local weather forecast to avoid possible sandstorms, as May is still a high season of sandstorms in Cairo and entire Egypt.
3. Please wear long clothes when entering a religious venue, like a church or mosque. In particular, no one is allowed to get into any mosque in short clothes. Some mosques would offer hijab for women visitors. Respect and abide local traditions.
2. Watch the local weather forecast to avoid possible sandstorms, as May is still a high season of sandstorms in Cairo and entire Egypt.
3. Please wear long clothes when entering a religious venue, like a church or mosque. In particular, no one is allowed to get into any mosque in short clothes. Some mosques would offer hijab for women visitors. Respect and abide local traditions.
- Last updated on May. 04, 2023 by Nancy He -