Egypt weather forecast predicts heat and potential thunderstorms

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has issued a weather forecast for Tuesday, October 13, 2026, predicting autumn conditions across the country. Daytime temperatures are expected to be warm to hot in northern regions, including Greater Cairo and northern Upper Egypt, while southern Upper Egypt will experience intense heat.

Nighttime temperatures are expected to decrease, becoming moderate early in the night and leaning toward cool in the late night and early morning hours. Authorities have warned of morning fog between 4:00 AM and 8:00 AM on roads leading to northern areas, Greater Cairo, northern Upper Egypt, Canal cities, and central Sinai, noting that fog may occasionally be dense.

There is a 30% chance of light to moderate rainfall, which may be accompanied by thunderstorms, in areas including Halayeb, Shalateen, Marsa Alam, extreme southern Upper Egypt, southern Sinai, and the Gulf of Aqaba. Additionally, scattered clouds may appear in northern regions, with a 10% chance of light rain. Thunderstorms may also trigger strong wind activity and lightning strikes in certain areas.