Amman vs Cairo

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cairo edges ahead as the better destination in December. Cairo offers 3 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Amman sees 9 sunshine hours and 6 rain days.

Amman sits in the comfortable travel range at 15°C. Cairo is also comfortable at 25°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cairo is the stronger choice in December. Amman receives 6 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Amman reaches an average high of 15°C (59°F) and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Cairo averages 25°C (77°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 10°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 December.

Amman receives approximately 33 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during December. 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 29 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Amman averages 70% while Cairo sits at 35%. Amman will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.