Alexandria vs Cairo

Alexandria and Cairo are closely matched in July. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Alexandria can feel quite hot at 30°C, so plan for heat. Cairo runs hot at 37°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in July.

Alexandria reaches an average high of 30°C (86°F) and drops to 23°C (73°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Cairo averages 37°C (99°F) for the high and 21°C (70°F) for the low, with a daily range of 16°C. There is a notable 7°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

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

Alexandria receives approximately 0 mm of rainfall across 0 rain days during July. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Cairo sees 0 mm over 0 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.