Where to Go for Christmas: Sun, Value and Fewer Crowds
Where can you find warm Christmas weather without peak-season prices and huge crowds? Compare Marsa Alam, The Gambia, Vietnam, Agadir and Cap Skirring.
October in Abu Simbel brings extremely high temperatures, with daytime highs of 37°C (99°F) and nights around 24°C (75°F). Only 0.2 mm (0.01 in) of rainfall is typical, making it a largely dry month.
October in Abu Simbel can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Abu Simbel - and find the best time to visit.
32-year average (1990-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Abu Simbel typically drop from around 38°C (100°F) at the start of October to approximately 33°C (91°F) by the end. Nights are warm, with lows typically ranging from 21°C (70°F) to 27°C (81°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Abu Simbel spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Abu Simbel from 2004 through 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Egypt and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Egypt in October →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Hot weather in October means keeping cool is the priority. Loose-fitting clothes in natural fabrics work best. Pack plenty of shorts, tank tops, and breathable shirts. Don't forget a hat, swimwear, and comfortable sandals. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
See the full Abu Simbel climate overview or explore weather in Egypt.
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.
Where to Go for Christmas: Sun, Value and Fewer Crowds
Where can you find warm Christmas weather without peak-season prices and huge crowds? Compare Marsa Alam, The Gambia, Vietnam, Agadir and Cap Skirring.
The Pyramids of Giza are impressive and absolutely worth a visit
The pyramids are considered to be one of the seven wonders of the world in ancient times and they are the only one that still exist and can be visited today.
The Sinai Peninsula: Nowhere on earth is as quiet as this place
The Sinai Peninsula has an extraordinary and enchanting landscape. The peace and space in this region is overwhelming. Nowhere on earth is as quiet as this place.
The Timeless Wonders of Luxor
Discover Luxor’s ancient marvels, from the grand Karnak temple and royal tombs of Thebes to the historic charm of the Old Winter Palace.