Cairo vs Jerusalem

Cairo and Jerusalem are closely matched in October. 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 can feel quite hot at 31°C, so plan for heat. Jerusalem is also comfortable at 26°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cairo is the stronger choice in October.

Cairo reaches an average high of 31°C (88°F) and drops to 18°C (64°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 13°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Jerusalem averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 15°C (59°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. There is a notable 5°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 October.

Cairo receives approximately 1 mm of rainfall across 0 rain days during October. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Jerusalem sees 19 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 4 rain days and 18 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.