The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has released its weather forecast for Monday, September 21, 2026, indicating a relative improvement in weather conditions and a drop in temperatures. This change comes after the country was affected by moderate air masses from southwest Europe via the Mediterranean Sea, significantly reducing temperatures. The weather is expected to be moderate to warm and humid in the early morning hours.
During the day, the weather will be hot and humid in the northern regions, including Cairo, and warm in the rest of the country. In the southern regions, the weather will be very hot, with high temperatures expected. At night, the weather will be moderate to warm and humid in most areas. The Meteorological Authority has warned of potential fog on some roads, especially in the northern regions, from 4 am to 8 am.
The expected temperatures for today are as follows: Cairo and the surrounding areas will have a high of 31 degrees Celsius and a low of 22 degrees. The northern coastal regions will experience highs of 28-30 degrees Celsius, with moderate and stable weather. In contrast, the southern regions will have very high temperatures, ranging from 39 to 40 degrees Celsius.
The Meteorological Authority has also predicted that there will be a chance of light to moderate rain in some areas, particularly in the northeastern coastal regions and northern parts of the country. Additionally, there will be wind activity in most areas, which may cause sand and dust in some regions.
In terms of maritime conditions, the Mediterranean Sea is expected to be moderate, with wave heights of 1.5 to 2 meters and northwest winds. The Red Sea will be moderate to rough, with wave heights of 2 to 2.5 meters and northwest winds, requiring caution for fishermen and sea travelers.
The Meteorological Authority has advised citizens to wear light cotton clothing during the day, especially in the southern regions, and to drink plenty of water. Drivers have been warned to exercise caution during foggy morning periods on highways and to drive slowly.
Finally, the Meteorological Authority expects the stable and moderate weather to continue until the end of the week, with the possibility of it extending for a longer period. Citizens are advised to stay updated with the latest weather forecasts and to take necessary precautions.
Key points
- Temperatures are expected to drop in Egypt, with highs of 31 degrees Celsius in Cairo and 39-40 degrees Celsius in the southern regions.
- There is a chance of light to moderate rain in some areas, particularly in the northeastern coastal regions and northern parts of the country.
- The Meteorological Authority has warned of potential fog on some roads, especially in the northern regions, from 4 am to 8 am.
