UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Cairo, Egypt 
will be up to 10.5, indicating a very high level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-06-21
With a UV index of 10.5 in Cairo, it's crucial to safeguard your skin from harmful UV rays. Protect yourself by minimizing sun exposure, wearing protective clothing, and applying SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours.
Cairo has a high UV index most of the year, especially in summer, often reaching extreme levels above 10. The sun is very strong and the sky is usually clear.
Egypt’s seasons mainly include a hot, dry summer from May to September and a mild winter from December to February. Rain is very rare and mostly falls in winter, with much warmer days than nights.
Compared to the Middle East and North Africa, Cairo is hotter and sunnier than coastal Mediterranean cities like Alexandria but cooler than desert interiors like Aswan. Its UV levels are similar to other Egyptian cities but higher than many northern neighbors.
See the UV index hour by hour for Cairo, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.