On Sunday, September 27, 2026, the Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) forecasts a brief yet noticeable uptick in temperatures across most regions of the country, accompanied by early-morning maritime fog, localized rain chances, and brisk coastal winds, according to official reports.
Temperature Fluctuations and Regional Forecasts
The daytime high in Greater Cairo is projected to reach 34 degrees Celsius, though high humidity will push the feels-like temperature up to 36 degrees Celsius. Coastal Alexandria residents will experience a maximum of 34 degrees Celsius, while northern Upper Egypt climbs to a high of 36 degrees Celsius and a felt reading of 38 degrees Celsius.
Further south, the heat intensifies significantly. South Upper Egypt braces for a scorching high of 40 degrees Celsius, with actual perceived conditions touching 41 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, morning conditions across northern territories remain moderately humid, transitioning into hot and humid afternoons in Cairo and Lower Egypt, and severe heat across South Sinai and the southern provinces.
Morning Fog and Scattered Coastal Rainfall
Drivers on highways during the early morning hours should exercise heightened caution. Water fog is expected to blanket major routes stretching from northern regions down to Greater Cairo, the Canal cities, and northern Upper Egypt between 4:00 AM and 8:00 AM, occasionally turning dense across parts of central Sinai.
Precipitation chances remain present along the northwestern coast and northern Lower Egypt, where light to moderate showers—carrying an estimated 30% probability—are anticipated. These systems may occasionally intensify into heavier downpours over parts of Salloum and Matrouh. A lighter 10% chance of isolated showers could also clip parts of southern Lower Egypt and edge into Greater Cairo.
Wind Activity and Maritime Disruption
Breezy conditions are set to sweep across the country, with wind speeds ranging from 30 to 35 kilometers per hour. While these winds will provide a welcome cooling effect in the shade and during evening hours, they may also stir up sand and dust across open stretches of the northwestern coast, Lower Egypt, and exposed sectors of Greater Cairo.
Maritime operations face notable disruptions along sections of the Red Sea coast, as well as the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba. Forecasters warn of choppy waters driven by winds gusting between 40 and 60 kilometers per hour, generating wave heights of two to three meters.
Detailed Temperature Breakdown Across Governorates
Thermal readings vary distinctly across the republic:
- Greater Cairo and Lower Egypt: Cairo records a low of 23 and a high of 34 degrees Celsius; the New Capital registers 21 to 35; and 6th of October City spans 22 to 35 degrees Celsius. Benha hits 34 degrees Celsius, Damanhour reaches 32, and Tanta settles at 32 degrees Celsius.
- Northern Coastal Cities: Alexandria posts a low of 23 and a high of 34 degrees Celsius, El Alamein records 32, Matrouh drops to a high of 28, and Salloum marks a cooler high of 26 degrees Celsius.
- Canal Cities and North Sinai: Ismailia reaches 35 degrees Celsius, Suez touches 34, and El Arish records 32 degrees Celsius.
- South Sinai: Sharm El Sheikh records a low of 28 and a high of 36 degrees Celsius, while Catherine experiences milder temperatures with a low of 16 and a high of 29 degrees Celsius.
