Cairo vs Alexandria

Cairo and Alexandria are closely matched in August. 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.

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

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

Cairo reaches an average high of 37°C (99°F) and drops to 22°C (72°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 15°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Alexandria averages 30°C (86°F) for the high and 24°C (75°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°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 August.

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

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

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.