Egypt

Egypt Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Egypt in May.

Thinking about venturing to Egypt this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Egypt in May

The weather in Egypt in May can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from warm to very hot and almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Ras El Bar at 24°C (75°F) to very hot in Abu Simbel at 40°C (104°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Abu Simbel and 20°C (68°F) in Ras El Bar. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Egypt, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in El Tor with an average of 0.1 mm (0 in) to almost no rainfall in Saint Catherine with 4.3 mm (0.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Hurghada gets approximately 319 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Egypt in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Egypt.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Egypt

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Egypt?

Temperature range in Egypt (May)

Precipitation variation in Egypt (May)

Hurghada

In May Hurghada generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
288 hours
319 hours
351 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions

Cairo

In May Cairo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
33°C (91°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
291 hours
324 hours
358 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.4 mm (0.1 in)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions

Sharm El Sheikh

In May Sharm El Sheikh generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
34°C (93°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
299 hours
342 hours
389 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions

Luxor

In May Luxor generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
39°C (102°F)
41°C (106°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Dahab

In May Dahab generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
299 hours
329 hours
386 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
2 mm (0.1 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Egypt in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hurghada 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Luxor 39°C (102°F) 23°C (73°F) 0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Cairo 33°C (91°F) 18°C (64°F) 0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Sharm El Sheikh 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Dahab 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Alexandria 29°C (84°F) 18°C (64°F) 1.6 mm (0.1 in)

Egypt weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Egypt in May?

In May, Egypt generally has pleasant weather conditions. Hurghada sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Egypt in May?

Hurghada averages a daytime maximum of 31°C (88°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

Does Egypt get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Hurghada averages just 0.3 mm (0.01 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Egypt.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Egypt?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Hurghada, May might be a good time to visit Egypt.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Hurghada. On the other hand, the months of July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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