The best times to visit Alexandria for ideal weather are

October 22nd to May 20th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Alexandria Travel Info

Weather in Alexandria

Temperature

Average temperatures in Alexandria vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a very low chance of rain throughout the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 69th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Alexandria, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 89.5°F (31.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76.1°F (24.5°C) at night.

Alexandria Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Alexandria Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Alexandria Perceived Temperature (F)

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Alexandria Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Alexandria Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 66.1 57.6 49.1
Feb 67.4 58.7 49.5
Mar 71.5 62.4 53.6
Apr 76.3 66.7 57.8
May 81.5 72.5 63.8
Jun 85.7 78 70.7
Jul 87.7 81.2 75.2
Aug 89.1 82.5 76.1
Sep 87.6 80.1 72.3
Oct 82.8 74.8 66.6
Nov 76.3 68.4 60.1
Dec 69.5 60.9 52.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 18.9 14.2 9.5
Feb 19.7 14.8 9.7
Mar 21.9 16.9 12
Apr 24.6 19.3 14.3
May 27.5 22.5 17.7
Jun 29.8 25.6 21.5
Jul 30.9 27.3 24
Aug 31.7 28.1 24.5
Sep 30.9 26.7 22.4
Oct 28.2 23.8 19.2
Nov 24.6 20.2 15.6
Dec 20.8 16.1 11.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Alexandria are June, July, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early April. For example, on the week of April 2nd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid January with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of January 8th.

When can you find snow in Alexandria? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Alexandria.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Alexandria (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 17% 0 1.8
Feb 10% 0 1.1
Mar 4% 0 0.4
Apr 0% 0 0.1
May 1% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 4% 0 0.9
Nov 8% 0 1.4
Dec 12% 0 1.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 17 0 4.6
Feb 10 0 2.8
Mar 4 0 1
Apr 0 0 0.3
May 1 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 4 0 2.3
Nov 8 0 3.6
Dec 12 0 3.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Alexandria has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (54.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (63.2%).

Wind in Alexandria is usually moderate. The windiest month is July, followed by June and August. July’s average wind speed of around 8.5 knots (9.7 MPH or 15.7 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late June where average top sustained speeds reach 13.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Alexandria.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.3 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Feb 7.2 Gentle breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Mar 7.5 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Apr 7.7 Gentle breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
May 7.5 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Jun 7.9 Gentle breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Jul 8.5 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Aug 7.8 Gentle breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Sep 7.2 Gentle breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Oct 6.3 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Nov 5.9 Light breeze 10.8 Significant breeze
Dec 6.1 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 62%
Feb 58.8%
Mar 56%
Apr 54.3%
May 56.8%
Jun 59.6%
Jul 63%
Aug 63.2%
Sep 58.4%
Oct 58.2%
Nov 60.4%
Dec 60.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Alexandria?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Egypt; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 27, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Alexandria, Egypt is May, followed by March and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Alexandria in June. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 53.1 in June means 53.1% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Alexandria Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 84.3°F (29.1°C) and 68.2°F (20.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Alexandria, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 88.1°F (31.2°C) and 74.2°F (23.4°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 2 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Alexandria to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 71.7°F (22.1°C) and 64.4°F (18°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 5 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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