Best time to visit
Best time to visit Egypt
October to April is the best window for sightseeing. Summer is unbearably hot inland, though Red Sea resorts are year-round destinations.
Best monthsOctober–April
Month-by-month overview
| Month | High / Low | Rainfall | Crowds | Prices | Verdict | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 19° / 9°C | 5mm | High | $$$Peak | Great | — |
| Feb | 21° / 10°C | 3mm | High | $$$Peak | Great | — |
| Mar | 24° / 12°C | 3mm | Medium | $$Mid | Great | Occasional sandstorms |
| Apr | 29° / 16°C | 1mm | Medium | $$Mid | Good | — |
| May | 33° / 20°C | 0mm | Low | $Low | Okay | — |
| Jun | 37° / 23°C | 0mm | Low | $Low | Avoid | Extreme heat in Luxor/Aswan |
| Jul | 38° / 25°C | 0mm | Low | $Low | Avoid | — |
| Aug | 37° / 25°C | 0mm | Low | $Low | Avoid | Temps can hit 45°C inland |
| Sep | 35° / 23°C | 0mm | Low | $Low | Okay | — |
| Oct | 30° / 19°C | 1mm | Medium | $$Mid | Great | — |
| Nov | 25° / 14°C | 3mm | High | $$$Peak | Great | — |
| Dec | 20° / 10°C | 5mm | High | $$$Peak | Great | — |
Month-by-month deep dives
Festivals & events
Abu Simbel Sun Festival
Feb & OctSunlight illuminates the inner sanctuary of Abu Simbel temple twice a year.
Cairo International Film Festival
Nov–DecAfrica’s oldest film festival showcasing Arab and international cinema.
Moulid el-Nabi
VariesCelebration of the Prophet’s birthday with Sufi music, sweets, and processions.
Book your Egypt trip for October–April
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