Alexandria vs Cairo

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cairo edges ahead as the better destination in January. Cairo offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Alexandria sees 9 sunshine hours and 6 rain days.

Alexandria sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Cairo is also comfortable at 19°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cairo is the stronger choice in January. Cairo receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Alexandria reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 11°C (52°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Cairo averages 19°C (66°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.

Alexandria receives approximately 24 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during January. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Cairo sees 4 mm over 1 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 5 rain days and 20 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.