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Cairo in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Cairo in March and see if it is worth visiting.
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March

Weather in Cairo in March 2025

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
For those searching for an ideal March holiday with excellent weather, Cairo is a perfect choice. Average maximum temperatures are +24°C. Expect about 22 sunny days, making it the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine. It's worth noting that there may be some rainfall, with an average of 4 mm of precipitation over 2 rainy days. So, take your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it looks like amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+24°C
Avg. max. temperature
+5°C
Min.
+38°C
Max.
4 mm
Total precipitation
53%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
22 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Cairo has great weather in March.

Average temperature in Cairo in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Cairo for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in March is +26°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +34°C during the day and a minimum of +11°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 39% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +31°C to +22°C.

Is Cairo warm or cold in March?

Cairo is typically warm in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +21°C to +24°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +10°C to +12°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Cairo:

Climate in Cairo in March

Cairo weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+21°C+24°C+28°C
Min. temperature
+3°C+5°C+6°C
Max. temperature
+34°C+38°C+43°C
Rainfall
3 mm4 mm1 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
56%53%47%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1014 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
182223
Cloudy days
866
Rainy days
321
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as great as in February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +21°C to +24°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 3 mm to 4 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 56% to 53%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 18 to 22.

April brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

Wind speed in Cairo in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Cairo is gradually increasing during March, going from 1 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Cairo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in March stands at 6%, leading to total precipitation of around 2 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain. Cairo is amazing in March with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
March is one of the rainiest months in Cairo, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Cairo wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 6% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day. May, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Cairo?

This is the weather in Cairo in March 2023:
1 March
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+31°C
2 March
☀️
+33°C
3 March
☀️
+27°C
4 March
☀️
+29°C
5 March
☀️
+34°C
6 March
☁️
+22°C
7 March
☀️
+22°C
8 March
☀️
+23°C
9 March
☀️
+26°C
10 March
☀️
+29°C
11 March
☀️
+27°C
12 March
☀️
+29°C
13 March
☀️
+28°C
14 March
☁️
+20°C
15 March
☀️
+22°C
16 March
☀️
+26°C
17 March
☀️
+26°C
18 March
☁️
+21°C
19 March
☀️
+22°C
20 March
☁️
+20°C
21 March
☁️
+24°C
22 March
☁️
+26°C
23 March
☀️
+28°C
24 March
☁️
+31°C
25 March
☁️
+25°C
26 March
☁️
+24°C
27 March
☀️
+25°C
28 March
☀️
+30°C
29 March
☁️
+23°C
30 March
☁️
+20°C
31 March
☀️
+22°C
In March 2023 Cairo had 20 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +26°C, with an absolute maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +20°C. The average humidity was 50%, with a maximum of 90% and a minimum of 13%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Cairo climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Cairo in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+27°C) and the highest in 2010 (+30°C). The driest year was 2003 with only 1 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 77 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Cairo in March:

Is March a good time to visit Cairo?

Yes, March is a great time to go to Cairo, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Cairo.

Can you sunbathe in Cairo in March?

March is warm in Cairo. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Cairo rainy in March?

Cairo is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Cairo in March?

Yes, Cairo is sunny in March. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Other cities in Egypt

Check out the weather for other cities in Egypt.

Monthly weather in Cairo

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Cairo, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.