20°C
Current weather
08:58 AM
Local time
1 USD
Approximate rate
Culture Overview
Egypt is the cradle of one of humanity's greatest civilizations with 7,000 years of recorded history. Family and religion are central to life. Egyptian humor is a coping mechanism and social glue. Hospitality is legendary.
Prohibitions & Warnings
Dress modestly outside tourist areas. Don't photograph military installations. Avoid political discussions. Bargaining is expected in markets.
Famous Foods
Koshari
Egypt's national dish: rice, lentils, pasta with tomato sauce
Ful Medames
Slow-cooked fava beans, Egypt's breakfast staple
Hawawshi
Spiced minced meat stuffed in bread
Top Cities in Egypt
Best Telecom Networks
Vodafone Egypt
5G • 20GB / 30 days
eSIM$12
SIM price
Orange Egypt
5G • 15GB / 30 days
eSIM$10
SIM price
Etisalat Egypt
5G • 10GB / 30 days
eSIM$8
SIM price
Vodafone EG
4G • 20GB / 30 days
$5
SIM price
Orange EG
4G • 15GB / 30 days
$4
SIM price
Etisalat EG
4G • 12GB / 30 days
$4
SIM price
Transport & Delivery Apps
Monthly Temperature
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °C | 21° | 24° | 29° | 35° | 41° | 44° | 44° | 44° | 40° | 35° | 28° | 23° |
| Low °C | 9° | 11° | 15° | 20° | 25° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 26° | 21° | 14° | 10° |
| Rain days | 7 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 3 | 9 |
Climate data for Cairo
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