The city of Cairo, Egypt viewed from atop the Amir al-Maridani mosque
Weather in December
December's weather embraces winter's arrival in Cairo. The plummeting temperatures, especially at night, signal a fully-fledged winter, albeit milder than many larger cities globally. The rainfall pattern in December seems to come full circle with the yearly highest average rainfall being 6mm (0.24"). As Cairo moves deeper into winter, it experiences shorter daylight hours and a significant drop in the UV index. The weather conditions reset for the cycle to start afresh in the coming January.
On the first day of December in Cairo, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EET.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
[Resources]Temperature
December indicates a minor shift in the average high-temperature, from November's moderately hot 24.8°C (76.6°F) to a pleasant 20.3°C (68.5°F). An average minimum temperature of 10.4°C (50.7°F) marks the month of December in Cairo.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Cairo, Egypt, are August, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 61%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall in Cairo. Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Cairo, Egypt, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December in Cairo, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EET.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Cairo is December, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Frequently asked questions
What are December temperatures in Cairo?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 20.3°C (68.5°F) and 10.4°C (50.7°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the most humid month in Cairo?
August, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 61%, are most humid months in Cairo.
What is the average humidity in December in Cairo?
The average relative humidity in December in Cairo is 61%.
What is the rainiest month in Cairo?
The month with the most rainfall in Cairo is December, when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Cairo in December?
In Cairo, Egypt, in December, during 2.8 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Cairo?
December has the shortest days of the year in Cairo, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Cairo have in December?
In December, the average day length in Cairo, Egypt, is 10h and 15min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cairo?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Cairo?
With an average of 6.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Cairo, Egypt.
How long on average sun shines in December in Cairo?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Cairo, Egypt, is 6.4h.
When is the lowest UV index in Cairo?
The month with the lowest UV index in Cairo, Egypt, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
What is the UV index reading in December in Cairo?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Cairo, Egypt, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average temperature in December
Cairo, Egypt
- Average high temperature in December: 20.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (34.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 10.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°C).
Average humidity in December
Cairo, Egypt
- Average humidity in December: 61%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August, November and December (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (46%).
Average rainfall in December
Cairo, Egypt
- Average rainfall in December: 5.9mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (5.9mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Cairo, Egypt
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (3.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cairo, Egypt
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
Average UV index in December
Cairo, Egypt
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
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