The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has released its weather forecast for Wednesday, September 30, 2026, indicating that the country will experience autumnal conditions with notable temperature differences between various regions. The weather is expected to be moderate during the early morning hours, with temperatures rising as the day progresses.
In the daytime, the weather will be hot in Cairo, the Greater Cairo area, the Nile Valley, and southern Sinai, while it will be very hot in southern Egypt. As night falls, the weather is expected to become mild across most parts of the country. The Meteorological Authority also warned of potential disruptions to maritime navigation in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Suez due to strong winds and high waves.
The authority reported that the Mediterranean Sea will experience moderate weather, with wave heights ranging from 1.5 to 2.25 meters and northwest winds. In contrast, the Red Sea will have moderate to rough conditions, with wave heights between 2 and 3 meters and northwest winds. The Gulf of Suez will also experience rough conditions, with wave heights of 2.5 to 3 meters and strong northwest winds.
The expected temperatures for Wednesday vary across different cities and governorates. In Cairo and the surrounding areas, the temperatures will range from 30°C to 21°C. In Alexandria, the temperatures will be between 28°C and 22°C, while in the 6th of October City, they will range from 31°C to 20°C. The temperatures in other cities, such as Port Said, Ismailia, and Suez, will also vary.
In the coastal regions and canal cities, the temperatures will be relatively moderate, ranging from 27°C to 24°C. In Sinai and the Red Sea cities, the temperatures will be higher, with highs of 34°C in Sharm El-Sheikh and 35°C in Hurghada. The temperatures in other areas, such as Saint Catherine, Shalatin, and the northern and southern regions of Egypt, will also differ significantly.
The Meteorological Authority noted that Saint Catherine will record the lowest temperature, at 13°C, while the highest temperatures will be in Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel, reaching 40°C. The significant temperature variations across the country are expected to continue, with a notable difference between the northern and southern regions.
The weather forecast for Wednesday, September 30, 2026, indicates that Egypt will experience a continuation of autumnal conditions, with varying temperatures and potential disruptions to maritime navigation in certain areas. The public is advised to take necessary precautions and stay updated on the latest weather forecasts.
Key points
- - Temperature variations across Egypt will be significant, with highs of 40°C in some areas and lows of 13°C in others. - Maritime navigation in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Suez may be disrupted due to strong winds and high waves. - The weather will be hot in many parts of the country during the day and mild at night.
