Cairo vs Tel Aviv

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 Tel Aviv sees 9 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

Cairo sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Tel Aviv is also comfortable at 16°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.

Tel Aviv averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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.

Tel Aviv sees 101 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 10 rain days and 97 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.