Egypt Weather: Forecast for Feb 5, 2026 – Temperatures & Conditions

A gradual rise in temperatures is expected across much of Egypt today, Thursday, February 5, 2026, with conditions shifting from a very cold start to a warmer daytime and cooler night. However, several weather phenomena require attention, including dense fog, potential rainfall and windy conditions.

Dense Fog Expected

Dense fog is anticipated from the late night hours through 10:00 AM on some roads leading from and to northern parts of the country, including Greater Cairo, northern Upper Egypt, the Canal cities, and central Sinai. Motorists are advised to exercise caution.

Potential for Showers

There is a slight chance of light rain in areas of the Western Desert, including Sallum and Marsa Matruh. Low clouds are also expected across northern regions, extending to Greater Cairo and the Canal cities, potentially bringing light, non-impactful drizzle to some areas.

Windy Conditions

Active winds, potentially stirring up sand and dust, are forecast for areas along the northwestern coast, the Western Desert, northern Upper Egypt, and exposed areas of Greater Cairo and the Nile Delta.

Regional Temperature Details

Greater Cairo

Cairo: Low of 18°C, High of 24°C. The New Administrative Capital: Low of 17°C, High of 25°C. 6th of October City: Low of 17°C, High of 25°C. Benha: Low of 18°C, High of 24°C.

Nile Delta and Upper Egypt

Damanhour: Low of 16°C, High of 23°C. Wadi El Natrun: Low of 18°C, High of 24°C. Kafr El Sheikh: Low of 16°C, High of 23°C. Mansoura: Low of 16°C, High of 23°C. Zagazig: Low of 18°C, High of 24°C. Shebin El Kom: Low of 16°C, High of 23°C. Tanta: Low of 11°C, High of 22°C.

North Coast Cities

Damietta: Low of 17°C, High of 23°C. Port Said: Low of 17°C, High of 23°C. Alexandria: Low of 15°C, High of 24°C. El Alamein: Low of 14°C, High of 23°C. Marsa Matruh: Low of 14°C, High of 24°C. Sallum: Low of 14°C, High of 23°C. Siwa: Low of 13°C, High of 25°C.

Canal Cities and North Sinai

Ismailia: Low of 16°C, High of 26°C. Suez: Low of 15°C, High of 25°C. Arish: Low of 15°C, High of 23°C. Rafah: Low of 14°C, High of 22°C.

South Sinai

Ras Sidr: Low of 14°C, High of 25°C. Nakhl: Low of 5°C, High of 25°C. Saint Catherine: Low of 3°C, High of 19°C. El Tor: Low of 14°C, High of 24°C. Taba: Low of 9°C, High of 20°C. Sharm El Sheikh: Low of 18°C, High of 24°C.

Red Sea Cities

Hurghada: Low of 18°C, High of 25°C. Marsa Alam: Low of 16°C, High of 24°C. Shalateen: Low of 17°C, High of 28°C. Halaib: Low of 17°C, High of 26°C. Abu Ramad: Low of 16°C, High of 25°C. Ras Hadarba: Low of 17°C, High of 25°C.

North and South Upper Egypt

Fayoum: Low of 11°C, High of 25°C. Beni Suef: Low of 11°C, High of 25°C. Minya: Low of 11°C, High of 25°C.

Asyut: Low of 10°C, High of 26°C. Sohag: Low of 10°C, High of 26°C. Qena: Low of 12°C, High of 25°C. Luxor: Low of 13°C, High of 26°C. Aswan: Low of 14°C, High of 27°C. New Valley: Low of 9°C, High of 26°C. Abu Simbel: Low of 13°C, High of 28°C.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the fog disrupt travel?

Dense fog is expected on some roads from the late night hours through 10:00 AM, potentially disrupting travel. Caution is advised.

Are there any areas expected to be particularly windy?

Active winds, potentially stirring up sand and dust, are forecast for areas along the northwestern coast, the Western Desert, northern Upper Egypt, and exposed areas of Greater Cairo and the Nile Delta.

What is the warmest temperature expected today?

The warmest temperature expected today is 28°C in Shalateen and Abu Simbel.

As conditions evolve throughout the day, will you adjust your plans based on the latest weather updates?