Cairo vs Tel Aviv

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Tel Aviv edges ahead as the better destination in August. Tel Aviv offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 0 rain days, while Cairo sees 8 sunshine hours and 2 rain days.

Cairo can feel quite hot at 37°C, so plan for heat. Tel Aviv runs hot at 31°C.

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

Cairo reaches an average high of 37°C (99°F) and drops to 25°C (77°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Tel Aviv averages 31°C (88°F) for the high and 23°C (73°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. There is a notable 6°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 August.

Cairo receives approximately 10 mm of rainfall across 2 rain days during August. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Tel Aviv sees 0 mm over 0 rain days. That makes Tel Aviv the drier option by 2 rain days and 10 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Cairo averages 35% while Tel Aviv sits at 70%. Tel Aviv will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.