Cairo, Egypt
Capital city · Population 9.6M
Cairo is the capital and the largest city in Egypt with a population of approximately 9,606,916 people as of 2026. This makes it the 23rd largest city in the world, accounting for 8.96% of Egypt's total population of 107.3M. Cairo is classified as a major metropolis and operates in the Africa/Cairo timezone. The average annual temperature is 24.1°C with 19 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 28 meters above sea level.
Population
9,606,916
Global Rank
#23
Country Rank
#1
% of Egypt
8.96%
Avg Temperature
24.1°C
Annual Rainfall
19 mm
Elevation
28 m
Timezone
Africa/Cairo
Cairo on the Map
Climate in Cairo
Cairo's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Mar with 6 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Egypt at a Glance
Country Population
107,271,260
Capital
Cairo
Region
Northern Africa
Major Cities
73
GDP per Capita
$3,338
Life Expectancy
71.6 years
Urban Population
42.8%
Growth Rate
0.02%
Other Major Cities in Egypt
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Cairo with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ḩadā’iq al Qubbah | 339,612 | 4 km |
| Madīnat an Naşr | 668,413 | 5 km |
| Shubrā al Khaymah | 1,240,289 | 7 km |
| Giza | 4,367,343 | 7 km |
| Al Khuşūş | 488,904 | 12 km |
| Qalyub | 156,363 | 14 km |
| Kirdāsah | 137,588 | 14 km |
| Al Ḩawāmidīyah | 155,055 | 18 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Cairo?
The population of Cairo, Egypt is approximately 9,606,916 people, making it the 23rd largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Egypt.
Is Cairo the capital of Egypt?
Yes, Cairo is the capital of Egypt.
What is the climate like in Cairo?
Cairo has an average annual temperature of 24.1°C and receives 19 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Cairo in?
Cairo is in the Africa/Cairo timezone.