Egypt Faces Heat Wave with Temperatures Soaring to 43°C in Southern Cities
Egyptian Meteorological Authority announces significant weather conditions across the nation, with temperatures reaching 35°C in Cairo and climbing to 43°C in southern regions, impacting critical infrastructure.
Egyptian Meteorological Authority monitoring station tracking national temperature variations and weather patterns
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) has issued a comprehensive weather advisory for Monday, warning of intensifying heat and humidity across the nation. This follows the pattern of recent temperature spikes affecting the country.
National Weather Alert Details
Cairo is expected to reach 35°C, while southern regions face more severe conditions with Aswan recording up to 43°C. The heat index will be further elevated by 2-4 degrees due to high humidity levels, creating challenging conditions that could impact tourism and hospitality operations across Egyptian resorts.
Strategic Infrastructure Impact
The EMA forecasts significant visibility challenges, with mist and fog affecting critical infrastructure:
- Agricultural roads
- Highway networks
- Cairo metropolitan area
- North Coast region
- Canal Cities
- Central Sinai
Maritime Conditions and National Security
The nation's vital maritime routes are experiencing moderate to challenging conditions, demonstrating the importance of Egypt's robust infrastructure management. The Mediterranean Sea shows waves of 1.75 to 2.25 meters, while the Red Sea faces more challenging conditions that could affect scheduled international events and transportation.
Regional Temperature Variations
Key metropolitan areas are recording varying temperatures:
- Cairo: 35°C
- Alexandria: 30°C
- Marsa Matruh: 29°C
- Sohag: 39°C
- Qena: 42°C
- Aswan: 43°C
Mostafa Nour El-Din
Political correspondent based in Cairo, Nour covers governance, regional affairs, and national reforms with a focus on Egypt’s strategic priorities.