Jerusalem vs Cairo

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cairo edges ahead as the better destination in January. Cairo offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Jerusalem sees 9 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.

Jerusalem is on the cooler side at 12°C, requiring warmer clothing. Cairo is also comfortable at 19°C.

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

Jerusalem reaches an average high of 12°C (54°F) and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Cairo averages 19°C (66°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. There is a notable 7°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 January.

Jerusalem receives approximately 74 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Cairo sees 4 mm over 1 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 9 rain days and 70 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.