The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has released its weather forecast for the period from Monday, October 12 to Friday, October 16, 2026. The forecast indicates that the weather will be autumnal and mild during the day on the northern coast, the Nile Valley, and Greater Cairo, with high temperatures expected in the southern region, particularly during the day.
The Meteorological Authority has warned of a significant difference in temperatures across the country, with the highest temperatures expected in the southern region, ranging from 35 to 39 degrees Celsius. In contrast, temperatures in Greater Cairo and the Nile Valley are expected to range from 29 to 31 degrees Celsius, while the northern coast will experience temperatures between 26 and 29 degrees Celsius.
The forecast also warns of foggy conditions on roads during the morning hours, particularly from 4 am to 8 am, on some roads leading to and from the north of the country to Greater Cairo, the Suez Canal, and central Sinai. The fog may be dense in some areas, requiring caution while driving, especially during the early morning hours.
There is also a chance of light rain on the northern coast and north of the Nile Valley on Monday, October 12, with a possibility of moderate and thundery rain in some areas of central and southern Sinai and the Red Sea governorate. Additionally, the wind is expected to be active in most areas, helping to moderate the temperature during the day.
The Meteorological Authority has urged citizens to follow daily weather updates and take necessary precautions when driving in foggy conditions, especially on highways and agricultural roads. The authority also advises citizens to be aware of the temperature differences between day and night.
The expected temperatures for the period from October 12 to 16, 2026, are as follows: In Greater Cairo and the Nile Valley, the temperature is expected to range from 29 to 31 degrees Celsius during the day and 19 to 20 degrees Celsius at night. On the northern coast, the temperature will range from 26 to 29 degrees Celsius during the day and 18 to 19 degrees Celsius at night.
The weather forecast indicates that the southern region will experience hot temperatures throughout the week, while the northern coast will experience a relatively cool temperature. The Meteorological Authority advises citizens to take necessary precautions to protect themselves from the heat and to stay informed about the latest weather updates.
Key points
- Hot temperatures are expected in the southern region, ranging from 35 to 39 degrees Celsius.
- Foggy conditions are expected on roads during the morning hours, particularly from 4 am to 8 am.
- There is a chance of light rain on the northern coast and north of the Nile Valley on Monday, October 12.
