Cairo vs Alexandria

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cairo edges ahead as the better destination in April. Cairo offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 0 rain days, while Alexandria sees 8 sunshine hours and 2 rain days.

Cairo can feel quite hot at 29°C, so plan for heat. Alexandria runs hot at 37°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cairo is the stronger choice in April. Cairo receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Cairo reaches an average high of 29°C (84°F) and drops to 14°C (57°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 15°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Alexandria averages 37°C (99°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 8°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 April.

Cairo receives approximately 1 mm of rainfall across 0 rain days during April. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Alexandria sees 10 mm over 2 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 2 rain days and 9 mm of total precipitation.

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