Weather in Luxor
What's the weather like in Luxor?
Luxor has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 22°C (71°F) in January to 41°C (106°F) in July, with overnight lows around 9°C (48°F) and 27°C (80°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Luxor are January through February, and December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇪🇬 Egypt
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Cairo
- Coordinates
- 25.687, 32.640
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C / 71°F | 9°C / 48°F | 1 mm | 1 | — |
| February | 25°C / 77°F | 11°C / 51°F | 0 mm | 1 | — |
| March | 30°C / 85°F | 14°C / 58°F | 1 mm | 1 | — |
| April | 35°C / 95°F | 19°C / 66°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| May | 39°C / 102°F | 23°C / 74°F | 0 mm | 1 | — |
| June | 41°C / 106°F | 26°C / 78°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| July | 41°C / 106°F | 27°C / 80°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| August | 42°C / 107°F | 27°C / 80°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| September | 40°C / 103°F | 24°C / 76°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| October | 35°C / 95°F | 21°C / 69°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 16°C / 60°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| December | 24°C / 75°F | 11°C / 52°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
Luxor by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Luxor?
The most comfortable months in Luxor are usually January, February, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Luxor?
August is typically the hottest month in Luxor, averaging a high of 42°C (107°F).
What is the coldest month in Luxor?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 9°C (48°F).
Does it snow in Luxor?
Snow is rare in Luxor; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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