Basilica of St Therese of the Child Jesus, Cairo Church
Coptic Catholic basilica and pilgrimage church in Cairo
In Cairo, this Coptic basilica draws worshippers and visitors interested in modern church architecture within the city; it sits amid busy neighbourhoods and is part of Cairo's religious landscape.
Basilica of St Therese of the Child Jesus, Cairo at a Glance#
How to Get to Basilica of St Therese of the Child Jesus, Cairo#
In Cairo Governorate. Use Cairo’s metro and buses to reach central Cairo, then a short taxi or rideshare to the basilica; confirm the exact address locally prior to visit.
Tips for Visiting Basilica of St Therese of the Child Jesus, Cairo#
- Confirm visiting hours with the Coptic Catholic community before traveling - schedules can change for liturgical reasons
- Observe the blend of Coptic and Latin rites in liturgy - it's a unique cultural intersection in Cairo
- Security checks are typical; bring ID and allow extra time for entry
Best Time to Visit Basilica of St Therese of the Child Jesus, Cairo#
Best to visit in cooler months when Cairo's heat subsides; check for liturgical calendars.
Weather & Climate near Basilica of St Therese of the Child Jesus, Cairo#
Basilica of St Therese of the Child Jesus, Cairo's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 34°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 8° - 20° | 14° | 5 mm | some cloud | 61% | 2.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.3h |
| February | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 5 mm | some cloud | 56% | 2.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.0h |
| March | Ideal | 11° - 24° | 17° | 4 mm | some cloud | 51% | 3.3 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 15° - 28° | 21° | 1 mm | some cloud | 44% | 3.4 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 18° - 32° | 25° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 40% | 3.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.6h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 34° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 40% | 3.3 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 42% | 2.8 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.8h |
| August | Ideal | 22° - 34° | 28° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 45% | 2.6 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 33° | 26° | 0 mm | clear | 50% | 2.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 30° | 24° | 2 mm | clear | 56% | 2.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 14° - 25° | 19° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 1.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 10° - 21° | 15° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
