Jerusalem vs Cairo

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cairo edges ahead as the better destination in September. Cairo offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 0 rain days, while Jerusalem sees 12 sunshine hours and 1 rain days.

Jerusalem can feel quite hot at 30°C, so plan for heat. Cairo runs hot at 35°C.

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

Jerusalem reaches an average high of 30°C (86°F) and drops to 18°C (64°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Cairo averages 35°C (95°F) for the high and 20°C (68°F) for the low, with a daily range of 15°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 September.

Jerusalem receives approximately 2 mm of rainfall across 1 rain days during September. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Cairo sees 0 mm over 0 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 1 rain day and 2 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.