El Matareya, Cairo Archaeological Site
Cairo district notable for ancient sites and industry
El Matareya, east of central Cairo, sits over portions of ancient Heliopolis and contains masalla obelisk remains and local markets. Visitors explore archaeological fragments, neighborhood streets and nearby residential life.
El Matareya, Cairo at a Glance#
Address: El Matareya district, Cairo, Qalyubiyya Governorate, Egypt
How to Get to El Matareya, Cairo#
Accessible by taxi from central Cairo; local buses and microbuses serve the area from the city center. Travel times vary depending on traffic.
Tips for Visiting El Matareya, Cairo#
- If visiting the neighborhood's churches or older Christian sites, check opening times and local guidance.
- Combine a visit with a trip to the nearby ancient city sites in Greater Cairo if exploring Christian-era archaeology.
- Hire a local guide for detailed historical context on Coptic-era remnants in the area.
Best Time to Visit El Matareya, Cairo#
Best in winter and early spring for milder temperatures; for archaeological visits check local opening times and access.
Weather & Climate near El Matareya, Cairo#
El Matareya, 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 35°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% | 2.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.3h |
| February | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 5 mm | some cloud | 56% | 2.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.0h |
| March | Ideal | 11° - 24° | 17° | 4 mm | some cloud | 51% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 14° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | some cloud | 44% | 3.5 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 17° - 32° | 25° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 40% | 3.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.6h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 40% | 3.0 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Excellent | 22° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 42% | 2.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.8h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 45% | 2.6 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 33° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 50% | 2.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 30° | 24° | 1 mm | clear | 56% | 2.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 13° - 25° | 19° | 2 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 2.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 10° - 21° | 15° | 5 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
