Al Ḩusaynīyah

Town

An agricultural town east of the Nile, where date palms and small shops mark the streets; travelers pass through for local markets, mosque architecture and a look at daily life in Sharqia Governorate's countryside.

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Al Ḩusaynīyah essentials

Country: Egypt
Driest months: Jul-Sep
Pay in: Pound (£,ج.م)
Language: Arabic
Emergency: 122

Al Ḩusaynīyah at a Glance

Local Time
12:16 AM
GMT+3
Population
50,651

Costs: Very cheap - $25-40/day - local cheap food and basic guesthouses keep costs low.

Safety: Moderate, typical Egyptian small-town safety - low violent crime; watch for petty theft and busy traffic.

Best Time: October-April (cooler months) - cool, dry months make exploring the Delta comfortable.

Al Ḥusaynīyah sits in Egypt’s fertile Nile Delta within Sharqia Governorate, a major national agricultural region.

Why Visit Al Ḩusaynīyah?

Set in the Nile Delta, this small Sharqia town draws visitors who want an authentic taste of Delta life - think bustling weekly souks, canals edged with rice paddies and family-run eateries serving ful medames and koshari. Local moulid (saint’s festival) celebrations and mosque-front coffee stalls reveal everyday culture. Quiet stretches along irrigation canals and easy access to regional markets make it a low-key place to watch traditional crafts and rural Egyptian rhythms up close.

Best Things to Do in Al Ḩusaynīyah

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Al Ḩusaynīyah

Visit between November and March for mild, pleasant weather-great for markets and countryside trips. Summers (June-October) get very hot and sunny, making daytime exploring uncomfortable.

Winter

November - February10-20°C (50-68°F)

Cool, sunny days and crisp nights; ideal for exploring Delta towns and outdoor markets without oppressive heat or dust, and low humidity.

Spring

March - May18-32°C (64-90°F)

Warming days bring dust storms some years; comfortable for day trips, but afternoons can feel hot and dusty, so start mornings for cooler hours.

Summer

June - October25-38°C (77-100°F)

Very hot with strong sun; not pleasant midday, but cheap travel and quiet streets if you can handle heat comfortably.

Climate

Al Ḩusaynīyah's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 32°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 97 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
46°
Warmest Month
2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 7° - 18° 13° 12 mm some cloud 65% 2.3 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.3h
February Excellent 8° - 19° 14° 7 mm some cloud 63% 3.0 m/s 0.9 moderate 11.0h
March Excellent 10° - 22° 16° 6 mm some cloud 59% 3.0 m/s 1.4 high 11.9h
April Ideal 13° - 26° 19° 4 mm some cloud 55% 2.5 m/s 1.8 very high 12.8h
May Ideal 16° - 30° 23° 2 mm mostly sunny 51% 2.7 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.6h
June Ideal 19° - 31° 25° 1 mm clear 50% 2.7 m/s 2.5 extreme 13.9h
July Ideal 22° - 32° 27° 0 mm clear 51% 2.7 m/s 2.5 extreme 13.8h
August Ideal 22° - 32° 27° 0 mm mostly sunny 53% 2.5 m/s 2.3 extreme 13.1h
September Ideal 20° - 31° 25° 0 mm clear 56% 2.2 m/s 1.8 very high 12.2h
October Ideal 18° - 29° 23° 5 mm clear 60% 2.3 m/s 1.3 high 11.3h
November Ideal 14° - 25° 19° 7 mm mostly sunny 62% 2.4 m/s 0.8 moderate 10.5h
December Excellent 9° - 20° 15° 8 mm mostly sunny 64% 2.4 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.1h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Al Ḩusaynīyah

Al Ḥusaynīyah (Sharqia) is reached most easily via Cairo International Airport and the Egyptian rail and minibus network through Zagazig. Use Cairo as your arrival hub, then change to ENR trains or minibuses to reach the town.

By Air

Cairo International Airport (CAI): The nearest major international gateway for Al Ḥusaynīyah is Cairo International (about 80-110 km away). Taxis and private transfers from CAI to the Sharqia region typically take 1-1.5 hours to reach Zagazig and nearby towns; expect roughly EGP 300-500 for a metered taxi or private car and about 90-120 minutes travel time. Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): For travellers coming from the Alexandria direction, Borg El Arab is an option (longer road time to Sharqia). Road transfers from HBE to towns in Sharqia province take roughly 2-3 hours by taxi or intercity bus; taxi fares commonly run EGP 500+ depending on negotiation and exact destination.

By Train & Bus

Train: Egyptian National Railways serves the Delta extensively. The most useful rail route is Cairo (Ramses Station) → Zagazig Station; trains take around 1.5-2 hours depending on service and class. Third-class/ordinary fares are very low (single digits to low tens of Egyptian pounds) while air‑conditioned 2nd/1st class carriages cost more (check current ENR pricing at the station). Bus / Minibus: From Zagazig and other district centres there are frequent minibuses (service taxis) and governorate bus lines that connect to smaller towns and villages including Al Ḥusaynīyah. Typical local fares within Sharqia are modest (EGP 5-30) and trip times from Zagazig to nearby towns are generally 15-45 minutes depending on distance and stops.

How to Get Around Al Ḩusaynīyah

The practical way into Al Ḥusaynīyah is to arrive via Cairo and transfer by ENR train or intercity bus to Zagazig, then use minibuses or taxis for the final leg. Trains are reliable for longer segments; minibuses are cheapest for local connections.

  • Regional train (ENR) (EGP 5-70) - Egyptian National Railways link the Delta’s towns to Cairo and each other. Trains from Cairo (Ramses) to Zagazig are frequent; choose second-class for air‑conditioned comfort. Trains are inexpensive and often the fastest reliable option between governorate capitals.
  • Intercity coach / bus (EGP 10-120) - Government and private coaches run between Cairo, Zagazig and other Delta towns. Coaches are comfortable for longer hops; minibuses and service taxis cover last-mile journeys into smaller villages. Schedules can vary, so ask locally for departure points and times.
  • Taxi / private transfer (EGP 100-600) - Taxis and private cars give door-to-door convenience from Cairo Airport or Zagazig but cost significantly more than public transport. Agree a fare up front for long trips from airports or use metered taxis where available for shorter hops.
  • Microbus / service taxi (EGP 5-40) - The most common local option for short inter-town hops. Microbuses depart frequently from town centres and bus stations; they’re cheap but can be crowded and make many stops. Have small change ready and expect flexible departure times.
  • Walking - Many Egyptian small towns are compact and walkable for short errands and exploring. Use walking for last-mile navigation inside town centres; exercise usual caution on busy streets and crossings.

Where to Stay in Al Ḩusaynīyah

Budget

Zagazig - $8-30/night

Al Ḥusaynīyah in Sharqia is a small town with very limited guesthouse choices; budget travellers typically base themselves in Zagazig.

Mid-Range

Zagazig - $30-70/night

Mid-range hotels are concentrated in the Zagazig area; expect standard amenities but not many boutique or branded options locally.

Luxury

Cairo / North Coast - $100+/night

No luxury hotels in Al Ḥusaynīyah itself; for upscale stays, travelers should look at Cairo or the northern coast for full-service hotels.