August Weather in Cairo

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Cairo, Egypt, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 30°C (87°F). Highs can soar to 40°C (104°F), while lows may dip to 23°C (73°F). Typically, the humidity level in Cairo throughout August hovers around 27%.

23°C (73°F)

Minimum temperature

30°C (87°F)

Average temperature

40°C (104°F)

Maximum temperature

27%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Cairo averages 0 mm (0.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 0 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 10 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 12 hours 24 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 96% probability of sunny days during this period.

0 mm (0.0 inches)

Precipitation

0 rainy days

Rainy days

12 hours 24 minutes

Sunshine hours

96%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Cairo reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 2 3 6 8 10 11 10 8 5 3 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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