EgyptAverage weather for Cairo in January
It's pleasantly warm in January in Cairo with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 8°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Cairo with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 7°C. No precipitation expected at the start of the month; it’ll be sunny.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 20°C, with nights around 8°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Cairo is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
According to weather history, there is only 0,6 mm of precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Cairo in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
20°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
22°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
17°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
0,6 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
0 days | 12 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Cairo?
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Cairo. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2014, Cairo reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 0°C to a highest value of 14°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Cairo
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Cairo, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Cairo
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Cairo, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect it to stay dry all month in Cairo.
Daily UV index in January in Cairo
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Cairo, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Cairo over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Cairo, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Cairo over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Cairo, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Cairo
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Cairo. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Cairo by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cairo. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
