The Egyptian Meteorological Authority announced that Thursday, October 1, 2026, will bring moderate autumn weather in the early morning, turning warm during the daytime across northern coasts and hot in Lower Egypt, Greater Cairo, and northern Upper Egypt, while remaining very hot in southern Upper Egypt. Mild evening temperatures will prevail across most regions.
Temperature Forecasts Across Egyptian Regions
Temperatures vary significantly from the northern coasts down to the southern extremes of the country. Greater Cairo is set to record a high of 30 degrees Celsius and a low of 22 degrees Celsius, while Lower Egypt expects a high of 29 and a low of 21. Along the northwestern coast, thermometers will reach a high of 28 and a low of 20, whereas the northeastern coast anticipates a high of 29 and a low of 21.
In northern Upper Egypt, the high will reach 31 with a low of 20. Southern Upper Egypt experiences the highest figures of the day, registering a high of 39 and a low of 25. Specific metropolitan areas within Greater Cairo and Lower Egypt show minor variations, such as the New Capital with a high of 31 and a low of 20, and 6th of October City reaching a high of 30 and a low of 19.
Morning Fog and Wind Conditions
The Meteorological Authority warns of water mist appearing from 4:00 AM to 8:00 AM on roads leading to and from northern areas, extending through Greater Cairo, canal cities, northern Upper Egypt, and central Sinai. This mist may become dense at times on select routes, prompting the need for driver caution. Meanwhile, winds with speeds ranging from 30 to 40 kilometers per hour are expected to develop across the northwestern coast, southern Sinai, and southern regions, helping to cool the air in shaded areas and during the night.
Chances of Rainfall
Scattered areas across the northern coasts and northern Lower Egypt, alongside parts of the Western Desert, face a 30 percent chance of light to moderate rainfall. These showers could occasionally turn heavier with a low 10 percent probability in isolated spots during intermittent periods. Much lower chances, hovering around 10 percent, exist for light rain across southern Lower Egypt and canal cities, potentially reaching parts of Greater Cairo, northern Upper Egypt, and central Sinai at intervals.
Did You Know?
Saint Catherine in southern Sinai drops to a cool low of 13 degrees Celsius, contrasting sharply with Abu Simbel in southern Upper Egypt, which reaches a high of 39 degrees Celsius on the same day.
Temperature and rainfall forecasts for Greater Cairo and other regions
What are the expected high and low temperatures in Greater Cairo?
Greater Cairo expects a high of 30 degrees Celsius and a low of 22 degrees Celsius.
Where is rainfall most likely to occur?
Light to moderate rain is expected with a 30 percent probability across the northern coasts, northern Lower Egypt, and parts of the Western Desert.
Which area is forecasted to experience the highest temperatures?
Southern Upper Egypt remains very hot, with Abu Simbel reaching a high of 39 degrees Celsius.
How will you adjust your morning commute to account for the predicted morning fog across northern routes and Greater Cairo?
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