Tel Aviv vs Cairo

Tel Aviv and Cairo are closely matched in October. 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.

Tel Aviv sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Cairo runs hot at 31°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cairo is the stronger choice in October. Cairo receives 8 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Tel Aviv reaches an average high of 19°C (66°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Cairo averages 31°C (88°F) for the high and 18°C (64°F) for the low, with a daily range of 13°C. There is a notable 12°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 October.

Tel Aviv receives approximately 62 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during October. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Cairo sees 1 mm over 0 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 5 rain days and 61 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Tel Aviv averages 65% while Cairo sits at 70%. Cairo will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.