Weather Comparison
Cairo vs Amman
Side-by-side weather comparison for February
February Weather: Cairo vs Amman
| Metric | Cairo | Amman | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 21°C (70°F)▲ | 14°C (57°F) | Cairo |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 9°C (48°F)▲ | 5°C (41°F) | Cairo |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 1 days▲ | 8 days | Cairo |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 4 mm▲ | 47 mm | Cairo |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 10h/day | 10h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 70% | 70% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 2 | 2 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 18 km/h | 18 km/h | Tie |
Which City is Better in February?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cairo edges ahead as the better destination in February. Cairo offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Amman sees 10 sunshine hours and 8 rain days.
Cairo sits in the comfortable travel range at 21°C. Amman is cooler at 14°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cairo is the stronger choice in February.
Temperature Comparison in February
Cairo reaches an average high of 21°C (70°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Amman averages 14°C (57°F) for the high and 5°C (41°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. There is a notable 7°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 February.
Rainfall Comparison in February
Cairo receives approximately 4 mm of rainfall across 1 rain days during February. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.
Amman sees 47 mm over 8 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 7 rain days and 43 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.
What to Pack: Cairo vs Amman
Packing for Cairo in February
Highs of 21°C, lows of 9°C, 1 rain days
- ✓light layers
- ✓a light jacket for evenings
- ✓sunscreen
Packing for Amman in February
Highs of 14°C, lows of 5°C, 8 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
- ✓a warm scarf
Year-Round Comparison: Cairo vs Amman
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.February is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Cairo | Amman | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 19°C | 1d | 13°C | 8d |
| Feb | 21°C | 1d | 14°C | 8d |
| Mar | 24°C | 1d | 18°C | 6d |
| Apr | 29°C | 0d | 23°C | 3d |
| May | 33°C | 0d | 28°C | 1d |
| Jun | 36°C | 0d | 31°C | 0d |
| Jul | 37°C | 0d | 33°C | 0d |
| Aug | 37°C | 0d | 33°C | 0d |
| Sep | 35°C | 0d | 31°C | 0d |
| Oct | 31°C | 0d | 27°C | 2d |
| Nov | 25°C | 1d | 20°C | 4d |
| Dec | 21°C | 0d | 15°C | 6d |
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