The average temperature over the year is 22°C. August is the hottest month, with an average temperature of 29°C; January is the coldest month, with an average temperature of 14°C. The average monthly rainfall in the city is around 0.1 mm.

The official currency of Cairo is Egyptian Pound (EGP).

The official language of Cairo is Arabic.

Egypt is an Islamic country. Female tourists are reminded not to scantily clad. It is not appropriate for males to take the initiative to talk to local females. When having conversations, avoid topics such as political affairs and relationships. No photos of females should be taken without their permission. Government agencies, military facilities, hospitals and prisons are camera forbidden.

Egyptians are hospitable and love to treat guests with homemade desserts. Do take some to show respect. Avoid showing interest in anything in the house as the host might think you like it and might give it to you.

The staple foods in Egypt are flatbread, rice and corn. As Islamic rule forbids the consumption of pork, people usually have beef, lamb, chicken, fish and camel as their main source of meat. Taro, cucumbers, eggplants, onions, carrots and beans are common vegetables.

Egyptians love having cheese, bread, coffee or milk for breakfast. Meat, rice, pasta and fruits are common for lunch and dinner. They also like to have flatbread with Tahini (sesame paste), meat and greens, which is delectable. Barbecued meat is popular in Egypt. People usually apply salt, pepper, chilli, curry powder, lemon juice and tomato sauce for seasoning.