Cairo vs Alexandria

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cairo edges ahead as the better destination in August. Cairo offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 0 rain days, while Alexandria sees 8 sunshine hours and 2 rain days.

Cairo can feel quite hot at 37°C, so plan for heat. Alexandria runs hot at 37°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cairo is the stronger choice in August. Cairo receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Cairo reaches an average high of 37°C (99°F) and drops to 22°C (72°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 15°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Alexandria averages 37°C (99°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.

Cairo receives approximately 0 mm of rainfall across 0 rain days during August. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Alexandria sees 10 mm over 2 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 2 rain days and 10 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Cairo averages 70% while Alexandria sits at 35%. Cairo will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.