According to the Egyptian Meteorological Authority, Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, will bring humid conditions and early morning water fog affecting several roads across northern regions, Greater Cairo, the Canal cities, central Sinai, and northern upper Egypt, potentially reducing horizontal visibility between 4:00 AM and 8:00 AM.
Temperature Forecast Across Egypt
Daytime temperatures will reach a high of 36°C with a felt temperature of 38°C in Greater Cairo, while the northwest coastal region will see a high of 30°C and a felt temperature of 34°C, as reported by the meteorological authority. Northern upper Egypt expects a high of 37°C and a felt temperature of 39°C, and the northern coast of the delta region faces a high of 35°C with a felt temperature of 37°C.
Along the northeastern coast, the high will hit 33°C with a felt temperature of 37°C. Southern upper Egypt experiences the highest readings, with a high of 42°C and a felt temperature of 43°C.
Did You Know? The meteorological authority reports that morning water fog can severely drop horizontal visibility on key transit routes between 4:00 AM and 8:00 AM.
Atmospheric Conditions and Wind Activity
The general weather pattern features a moderate to warm, humid early morning, turning very hot and humid during the day across most areas, while the northern coast remains hot and humid. Nighttime conditions will range from moderate to slightly warm and humid across the majority of the country.
Winds will occasionally reach speeds of 30 to 35 km/h in Greater Cairo, the delta region, southern Sinai, and northern upper Egypt, providing an evening cooling effect in open areas. Additionally, coastal winds will impact the shores of Matrouh, El Alamein, Alexandria, Baltim, Gamasa, Damietta, and Port Said, driving wave heights up between 1.5 and 2.5 meters.
Regional Temperatures Across Governorates
In Greater Cairo and the delta, Cairo records a low of 24°C and a high of 36°C, the New Capital sees a low of 23°C and a high of 37°C, and 6th of October City registers a low of 23°C and a high of 37°C. Banha and Damanhour both note lows of 24°C and highs of 35°C, while Wadi Natroun hits a low of 23°C and a high of 35°C. Kafr El Sheikh and Baltim record lows around 22°C to 23°C and highs of 34°C. Mansoura logs 24°C and 35°C, Zagazig records 24°C and 36°C, Shibin El Kom sees 23°C and 35°C, and Tanta notes 23°C and 34°C.
Along the northern coast, Alexandria records a low of 24°C and a high of 32°C, El Alamein logs 24°C and 31°C, and Matrouh ranges from a low of 25°C to a high of 30°C. Sallum expects a low of 23°C and a high of 33°C, Damietta notes 24°C and 32°C, Port Said registers 26°C and 31°C, and Siwa records a low of 22°C and a high of 37°C.
In the Canal cities and northern Sinai, Ismailia records a low of 23°C and a high of 37°C, Suez sees 24°C and 36°C, Arish logs 25°C and 34°C, and Rafah notes 24°C and 33°C. Southern Sinai areas include Ras Sidr with 25°C and 37°C, Nakhl with 21°C and 35°C, St. Catherine with a low of 18°C and a high of 31°C, El Tor with 26°C and 35°C, Taba with 24°C and 35°C, and Sharm El Sheikh with 28°C and 38°C.
Red Sea coastal cities experience highs of 37°C to 38°C, with Hurghada recording 27°C and 37°C, Ras Ghareb seeing 26°C and 37°C, Safaga logging 26°C and 37°C, and Marsa Alam noting 27°C and 38°C. Shalatain reaches a low of 27°C and a high of 38°C, while Halayeb registers a low of 28°C and a high of 34°C.
In northern upper Egypt, Fayoum records a low of 23°C and a high of 36°C, Beni Suef sees 23°C and 37°C, and both Minya and Assiut log lows of 22°C to 23°C with highs of 38°C. Southern upper Egypt experiences the highest heat, with Sohag reaching 39°C, Qna and Luxor hitting 41°C, Aswan peaking at a high of 42°C with a low of 27°C, the New Valley recording 40°C, and Abu Simbel reaching 41°C.
Very low chances of light rain—around 20% probability—may affect Halayeb and Shalatain intermittently. Low cloud formations could also appear across parts of the northern coast, Greater Cairo, the delta, and the Canal cities, potentially producing light, non-impactful mist in some locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the morning water fog occur?
The fog is expected to form between 4:00 AM and 8:00 AM.
Which region is expected to experience the highest temperatures?
Southern upper Egypt faces the most intense heat, with Aswan reaching a high of 42°C and a felt temperature of 43°C.
Are there any expected rain showers?
Very light rain chances of about 20% exist for Halayeb and Shalatain, alongside possible light mist from low clouds in northern areas.
How will coastal conditions be affected by wind?
Winds on the shores of Matrouh, El Alamein, Alexandria, Baltim, Gamasa, دمياط, and Port Said will push wave heights up to between 1.5 and 2.5 meters.
How are you planning to manage your commute during the early morning fog hours?