Kuala Lumpur vs Cairo

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cairo edges ahead as the better destination in February. Cairo offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Kuala Lumpur sees 10 sunshine hours and 18 rain days.

Kuala Lumpur can feel quite hot at 30°C, so plan for heat. Cairo is also comfortable at 21°C.

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

Kuala Lumpur reaches an average high of 30°C (86°F) and drops to 22°C (72°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Cairo averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 9°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 February.

Kuala Lumpur receives approximately 165 mm of rainfall across 18 rain days during February. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Cairo sees 4 mm over 1 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 17 rain days and 161 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Kuala Lumpur averages 82% while Cairo sits at 70%. Kuala Lumpur will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.