The Egyptian General Authority for Meteorology has warned of an expected change in weather conditions across the country, with a gradual decrease in temperatures and wind activity starting Thursday, November 5, 2026. This change will be accompanied by rain in several areas, sparking concerns among citizens about the end of the hot weather and the onset of cooler temperatures.
According to the authority's forecasts, temperatures will rise slightly on Wednesday, November 4, before dropping by 2-4 degrees on Thursday. This indicates a significant change in weather during the second half of the week. The drop in temperature will be felt across most parts of the country, with the Greater Cairo and Red Sea coast areas expected to experience a noticeable change.
The weather change will not only be limited to a drop in temperature but also accompanied by wind activity in various areas, which may increase the feeling of a change in weather, especially during nighttime and early morning hours. Dr. Manar Ghoneim, a meteorologist at the Egyptian Meteorological Authority, stated that the wind activity will be intermittent and may make the weather feel cooler.
The Egyptian General Authority for Meteorology has predicted the possibility of light to moderate rain on the northern coast and the Red Sea coast, starting from Thursday, November 5. These areas are expected to experience rain on and off throughout the day. This forecast coincides with the expected drop in temperature and wind activity, emphasizing the need for continuous monitoring of weather updates.
In addition to the expected rain, fog is also expected to form on roads during the early morning hours, from 4 am to 9 am. The fog may be dense in some areas, particularly on roads leading to and from northern Egypt, Cairo, and the Suez Canal. Citizens are advised to exercise caution while driving during these hours and maintain safe distances between vehicles.
The expected temperature drop will be noticeable, with temperatures in the Greater Cairo area expected to drop from 30 degrees Celsius on Wednesday to 26 degrees Celsius on Sunday, November 8. Similarly, the northern coast is expected to experience a drop in temperature from 27 degrees Celsius to 24 degrees Celsius during the same period.
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has advised citizens to stay updated on weather forecasts, especially those living in areas expected to be affected by rain and fog. Citizens are also advised to be cautious while driving during peak fog hours and to adjust to the changing weather conditions, which may differ significantly between day and night.
Key points
- Temperature drop of 2-4 degrees expected across Egypt starting Thursday, November 5, 2026.
- Rain expected in northern coast and Red Sea coast areas starting Thursday.
- Fog expected on roads during early morning hours, particularly in northern Egypt and Cairo.
