The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has released its weather forecast for Saturday, September 26, 2026, indicating that a hot and humid climate will prevail in most parts of the country. The weather will be hot and humid during the day in the northern regions, including Cairo, and extremely hot in the southern regions. At night, the temperature will drop, bringing moderate humidity to most areas.
The weather forecast also warns of the formation of mist and fog on some roads, particularly in the northern regions, which may lead to reduced visibility. The Meteorological Authority has advised drivers to exercise caution while driving, especially on roads leading to and from Cairo, the Canal cities, and the Sinai Peninsula.
There is a chance of scattered showers in some areas, particularly in the northwestern coastal regions and the northern part of the Western Desert. These showers may be moderate to heavy and accompanied by thunderstorms in some areas, such as the Salloum and Sidi Barrani regions. Additionally, strong winds are expected to blow in most parts of the country, which may cause sandstorms.
The state of the Mediterranean Sea is expected to be light to moderate, with wave heights ranging from 1 to 1.75 meters. The winds will be blowing from the northwest. In contrast, the Red Sea will experience moderate to rough conditions, with wave heights between 2 and 3 meters, and the winds will also be from the northwest.
The Gulf of Suez is expected to be rough, with wave heights ranging from 2.5 to 3.5 meters, and the winds will be blowing from the northwest. The Meteorological Authority has advised sailors and fishermen to exercise caution while navigating these waters.
The temperature forecast for various cities in Egypt indicates that Cairo will experience a high of 31°C and a low of 21°C. Other cities, such as 6th of October, will have a high of 32°C and a low of 20°C, while the coastal city of Alexandria will experience a high of 28°C and a low of 21°C.
The southern regions of Egypt are expected to experience higher temperatures, with cities like Aswan and Luxor experiencing highs of 39°C and 38°C, respectively. The Meteorological Authority has advised residents in these regions to take necessary precautions to protect themselves from the heat.
Key points
- The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has warned of hot and humid weather conditions with scattered showers and strong winds in various regions of the country.
- The temperature forecast for various cities in Egypt indicates that residents can expect a range of temperatures, from 28°C to 40°C.
- The Meteorological Authority has advised residents and travelers to exercise caution while navigating the country's roads and waters due to the expected weather conditions.
