Cape Town vs Cairo

Cape Town and Cairo are closely matched in February. 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.

Cape Town sits in the comfortable travel range at 26°C. Cairo runs hot at 29°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cairo is the stronger choice in February. Cape Town receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Cape Town reaches an average high of 26°C (79°F) and drops to 17°C (63°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Cairo averages 29°C (84°F) for the high and 17°C (63°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Cape Town receives approximately 27 mm of rainfall across 2 rain days during February. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Cairo sees 6 mm over 1 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 1 rain day and 21 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Cape Town averages 65% while Cairo sits at 35%. Cape Town will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.