Get ready, because a cold snap is about to hit Egypt. The weather forecast for Sunday predicts freezing temperatures during the day in several parts of the country. Indeed, Greater Cairo, northern Egypt, the northern coast and northern Upper Egypt are expected to experience a cold spell, while the weather will be more moderate in southern Sinai and southern Upper Egypt.
During the night and early morning, the mercury will drop drastically over most of the territory, reaching very cold temperatures with potential frost on crops in northern Upper Egypt, central Sinai and parts of the Western Desert.
Light intermittent rainfall is also forecast for parts of the northern coast and northern Lower Egypt. At the same time, waves in the Mediterranean will be rough, with heights ranging from 2.5 to 3.5 meters and northwesterly surface winds. As for the Red Sea, waves will be more moderate, ranging from 1.5 to 2 meters high with northwesterly surface winds.
Expected temperatures for Sunday are as follows:
– Cairo: 20°C
– Alexandria: 21°C
– Hurghada, Luxor and Aswan: 24°C
– Sharm el-Sheikh: 25°C
In the Sinai desert, the night temperature in St. Catherine will reach zero degrees Celsius, suggesting freezing nights ahead.
Ultimately, be prepared for the rigors of the winter that is coming to Egypt. Stay warm and take the necessary precautions to face these unusual weather conditions.