Egypt’s Meteorological Authority warns of variable autumn weather starting Wednesday, October 7, 2026, bringing morning fog, scattered rainfall across northern coasts and Lower Egypt, and rising temperatures in southern regions. Forecasters urge caution for motorists facing low visibility during early morning commutes.
Fall weather patterns are settling across Egypt with a mix of shifting temperatures, morning fog banks, and coastal rain, according to the General Authority of Meteorology. The atmospheric setup combines upper-air troughs with northern air masses, bringing cooler nighttime conditions while daytime readings climb gradually toward the weekend as temperatures edge upward through Saturday. Daytime highs in Cairo are hovering around 30 degrees Celsius, while southern Egypt experiences much hotter conditions.
Rainfall Expectations Across Northern Coasts and Delta Regions
Precipitation is expected to impact several governorates starting Wednesday, October 7, 2026. Forecasters anticipate light to moderate rainfall over the northern coasts and parts of northern Lower Egypt, with occasional heavier downpours reaching up to 40% probability around Alexandria, El Alamein, and adjacent coastal areas. Thunderstorms could accompany some of these coastal cloud bands, prompting warnings about lightning and gusty winds.
Lighter rain chances—around 20%—extend southward into parts of southern Lower Egypt, the Canal cities, the Gulf of Suez, central Upper Egypt, and the Western Desert, with a slight possibility of reaching parts of Cairo on intermittent intervals. By the end of the week, additional moisture from the Sudan seasonal low is expected to bring renewed thunderstorm activity toward central and southern Upper Egypt, the Red Sea mountain ranges, and Sinai between Friday and the following Monday.
Morning Fog Banks and Temperature Variations Across Governorates
Morning fog poses an additional hazard for drivers. Transportation authorities advise caution on agricultural, highway, and water-adjacent routes where visibility drops significantly between 4:00 AM and 8:00 AM. These fog formations affect northern regions, Greater Cairo, the Canal cities, central Sinai, and northern Upper Egypt.
Temperature gradients remain wide between daytime peaks and nighttime lows. While northern areas enjoy moderate autumn breezes, southern Upper Egypt remains hot. Meteorological officials noted that
tomorrow’s weather will witness chances of light to moderate rain in separate areas of the North Coast and northern Lower Egypt governorates, at intermittent intervals.
Winds moving across the country at speeds between 30 and 40 kilometers per hour help temper the heat during the day and refresh shaded areas.
Regional Temperature Forecasts Through the Weekend
Temperatures will shift gradually over the coming days, with Greater Cairo peaking around 30 to 31 degrees Celsius by Saturday before stabilizing. The northern coasts remain the coolest region, while southern areas face intense heat.
| Region | Wednesday High / Low (°C) | Thursday High / Low (°C) | Friday High / Low (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Cairo & Lower Egypt | 29–30 / 19 | 30 / 20 | 30 / 20 |
| Northern Coasts | 26 / 19 | 26 / 18 | 26 / 19 |
| Northern Upper Egypt | 30 / 17 | 31 / 18 | 31 / 18 |
| Southern Upper Egypt | 36 / 23 | 37 / 24 | 39 / 25 |
Nighttime temperatures across most of the country drop to comfortable levels in the early evening before turning cool in the late night and early morning hours. Maritime conditions vary, with moderate to rough waters on the Red Sea and Gulf of Suez where wave heights reach up to three meters, while the Mediterranean maintains calmer conditions.
