The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) anticipates a temporary rise in temperatures across the country on Saturday, followed by a noticeable drop across the country starting Monday by almost six degrees Celsius.
Saturday’s weather will be very hot and humid during the day in Greater Cairo and Lower Egypt, hot and humid on the northern coasts and at night across the country.
Weather maps showed announced a drop in temperatures across the country starting Monday.
Cairo will reach 35C, coastal cities will be 31C, and the southern parts of the country will reach 40C.
The EMA warned of continued high humidity and advised citizens to avoid direct sunlight, stay away from poorly ventilated rooms, drink plenty of water, avoid eating spicy foods, and wear a light-colored hat to protect their heads.
Temperatures expected on Saturday:
- Matrouh: 31C
- Alexandria: 33C
- Cairo: 38C
- Hurghada: 39C
- Sharm El-Sheikh: 40C
- Luxor: 43C
- Aswan: 44C
Edited translation from Al-Masry Al-Youm
