Amman vs Cairo

Amman and Cairo are closely matched in October. 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.

Amman sits in the comfortable travel range at 27°C. Cairo runs hot at 29°C.

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

Amman reaches an average high of 27°C (81°F) and drops to 16°C (61°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Cairo averages 29°C (84°F) for the high and 17°C (63°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°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 October.

Amman receives approximately 7 mm of rainfall across 2 rain days during October. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Cairo sees 6 mm over 1 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 1 rain day and 1 mm of total precipitation.

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