Cairo vs Jerusalem

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cairo edges ahead as the better destination in January. Cairo offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Jerusalem sees 9 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.

Cairo sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Jerusalem is cooler at 12°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cairo is the stronger choice in January. Cairo receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Cairo reaches an average high of 19°C (66°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Jerusalem averages 12°C (54°F) for the high and 4°C (39°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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 January.

Cairo receives approximately 4 mm of rainfall across 1 rain days during January. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Jerusalem sees 74 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 9 rain days and 70 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.