Cairo vs Cape Town

Cairo and Cape Town are closely matched in January. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Cairo sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Cape Town is also comfortable at 26°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cairo is the stronger choice in January. Cape Town receives 3 more hours 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.

Cape Town averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 17°C (63°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.

Cairo is in the Northern Hemisphere while Cape Town is in the Southern Hemisphere. This means they experience opposite seasons, which explains any large temperature difference.

Cairo receives approximately 4 mm of rainfall across 1 rain days during January. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Cape Town sees 12 mm over 3 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 2 rain days and 8 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.