The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has released its weather forecast for Monday, September 21, 2026, indicating that the country will experience hot and humid weather during the day, with temperatures expected to reach 31 degrees Celsius in Cairo and 39 degrees Celsius in southern Egypt. The authority also warned of moderate to strong winds, which may cause sandstorms in some areas.

According to the forecast, the weather will be moderate to hot and humid during the early morning hours, turning hot and humid in the northern regions, including Cairo, and very hot in the southern regions. At night, the temperature is expected to drop, with a mild to hot and humid climate prevailing across the country. The Meteorological Authority also warned of the formation of dense fog on some roads, especially in the northern regions.

The Meteorological Authority reported that the expected temperatures for Monday will range from 30 to 39 degrees Celsius, with the highest temperatures expected in southern Egypt. In Cairo, the temperature is expected to reach 31 degrees Celsius, while in the northern coastal regions, it will reach 29-30 degrees Celsius. The authority also warned of the possibility of light rain in some coastal regions.

The forecast also indicated that there will be a chance of light rain in some areas, especially in the northeastern coastal regions and northern parts of the country. The rain is expected to be scattered and light, with a probability of 20%. Additionally, the authority warned of strong winds, which may cause sandstorms in some areas.

The Meteorological Authority also reported that there will be low-hanging clouds in some areas, including Cairo and the northern regions, which may help to improve the weather and reduce the temperature. The authority warned that the winds will be moderate to strong, with speeds of 30-35 kilometers per hour, which may cause sandstorms in some areas.

The authority also warned of the possibility of high waves in some coastal regions, especially in the Mediterranean coastal areas. The waves are expected to reach 1.5-2 meters in height, which may cause rough seas. The authority advised citizens to take necessary precautions and to follow the updates and forecasts issued by the authority.

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority urged all concerned authorities and citizens to take necessary precautions and to follow the updates and forecasts issued by the authority. The authority also advised citizens to be cautious while driving, especially on high-speed roads and in areas prone to fog.

Key points

  • The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has warned of hot and humid weather during the day and mild temperatures at night, with a chance of light rain in some coastal regions.
  • The authority has also warned of strong winds, which may cause sandstorms in some areas, and high waves in some coastal regions.
  • Citizens are advised to take necessary precautions and to follow the updates and forecasts issued by the authority.

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