The climate in Cairo during October can be summarized as mild and reasonably dry.
October is in the fall / autumn in Cairo and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 22°C (71°F), whilst at night 10°C (49°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 21.8°C 71.2°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 9.5°C 49°F |
| Average temperature | 15.6°C 60.1°F |
| Daily sunshine | 7.6 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 74 mm 2.9 ins |
| Rainy days | 7 days |
| Sea temperature | 18°C 64.4°F |
| Humidity | 68% |
| Windspeed | 13.3kph 8 mph |
On average October is the driest month of the year in Cairo with around 74mm 2.9 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.6 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Cairo in October 2025.
Best places to visit in October
| Hottest month: | July | 32.2°C 90°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | October | 74mm 2.9ins |
| Sunniest month: | July | 11hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 5°C 41°F |
| Wettest month: | May | 129mm 5.1ins |