Cairo vs Alexandria

Cairo and Alexandria are closely matched in September. 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 35°C, so plan for heat. Alexandria runs hot at 29°C.

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

Cairo reaches an average high of 35°C (95°F) and drops to 20°C (68°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 15°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Alexandria averages 29°C (84°F) for the high and 22°C (72°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 6°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 September.

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

Alexandria sees 1 mm over 0 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.