April · Egypt
Best time to visit Cairo in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cairo in April
Average temperature 23°C, 1 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 42% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
9.5/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 1 mm
- Humidity
- 42%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Cairo scores 9.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 23°C, 1 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Pyramids and Nile culture pair best with the cooler dry months from November through March.
April is one of the strongest months in Cairo (6th)
At 23°C (74°F) this is comfortable city weather in April, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
At just 1 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.9 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Cairo at 9.5/10 (6th of 12), just behind March at 9.9/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cairo in April?
- In April, Cairo averages 23°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.5/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Cairo?
- April earns a 9.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cairo in April?
- Expect about 1 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 42% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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