Cairo vs Alexandria

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 Alexandria sees 9 sunshine hours and 6 rain days.

Cairo sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Alexandria is also comfortable at 17°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.

Alexandria averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 11°C (52°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The 2°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.

Alexandria sees 24 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 5 rain days and 20 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.