Cairo vs Amman

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cairo edges ahead as the better destination in May. Cairo offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 0 rain days, while Amman sees 8 sunshine hours and 4 rain days.

Cairo can feel quite hot at 33°C, so plan for heat. Amman runs hot at 33°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cairo is the stronger choice in May. Cairo receives 5 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Cairo reaches an average high of 33°C (91°F) and drops to 17°C (63°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 16°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Amman averages 33°C (91°F) for the high and 20°C (68°F) for the low, with a daily range of 13°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 May.

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

Amman sees 22 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 4 rain days and 22 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Cairo averages 70% while Amman sits at 45%. Cairo will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.