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Luxor Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Luxor.
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Climate overview of Luxor
Luxor Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Luxor - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Luxor
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very hot to comfortable in Luxor. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 41°C (106°F) in July to a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 26°C (79°F) in July to around 9°C (48°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Luxor
Luxor has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 3.5 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall annually. Precipitation levels in Luxor remain relatively steady throughout the year. January has the most rain, with 0.8 mm (0.03 in) over 0 days. In the driest month June, this drops slightly to 0 mm (0 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable. For more details, please visit our Luxor Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Humidity in Luxor by Month
The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Luxor.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 57%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 27%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Best Time to Visit Luxor
Conditions in Luxor are generally most comfortable in January, February, March, November and December. They are typically least comfortable in April, May, June, July, August, September and October.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
excellent
Feb
excellent
Mar
excellent
Apr
very hot
May
very hot
Jun
very hot
Jul
very hot
Aug
very hot
Sep
very hot
Oct
very hot
Nov
excellent
Dec
excellent
- Best overall: January, February, March, November and December
- Warmest weather: June, July and August
- Seasonal pattern: Very little rainfall year-round, with very hot summers and warm winters
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Luxor
What is the best time to visit Luxor?
January, February, March, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Luxor. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions. Luxor has very little rainfall year-round, with very hot summers and warm winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Luxor?
Daytime highs range from 23°C (73°F) in January to 41°C (106°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 9°C (48°F) to 26°C (79°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Luxor get?
Annual rainfall is around 3.5 mm (0.1 in). January is the wettest month with 0.8 mm (0.03 in), while June is the driest with 0 mm (0 in).
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