Egypt

Egypt Weather in October

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

Thinking about venturing to Egypt this October 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 October

The weather in Egypt in October can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Ras El Bar at 27°C (81°F) to very hot in Aswan at 37°C (99°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Aswan and 23°C (73°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.

For a closer look at conditions across Egypt, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Al Qaşr with an average of 0 mm (0 in) to low rainfall in Arish with 10 mm (0.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Hurghada enjoys about 277 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Egypt by month

Best Places to Visit in Egypt in October

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Egypt?

Temperature range in Egypt (October)

Precipitation variation in Egypt (October)

Hurghada

In October Hurghada generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
30°C (86°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
302 hours
277 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
2.2 mm (0.1 in)
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Cairo

In October Cairo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
31°C (88°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
310 hours
304 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
1.4 mm (0.1 in)
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

Sharm El Sheikh

In October Sharm El Sheikh generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
33°C (91°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
331 hours
311 hours
271 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Luxor

In October Luxor generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
39°C (102°F)
35°C (95°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Dahab

In October Dahab generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
30°C (86°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
328 hours
299 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
4.4 mm (0.2 in)
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hurghada 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 2.2 mm (0.1 in)
Luxor 35°C (95°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Cairo 31°C (88°F) 19°C (66°F) 1.4 mm (0.1 in)
Sharm El Sheikh 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 1.2 mm (0.05 in)
Dahab 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 4.4 mm (0.2 in)
Alexandria 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 7.5 mm (0.3 in)

Egypt weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Egypt in October?

In October, Egypt generally has pleasant weather conditions. Hurghada sees daytime temperatures near 30°C (86°F), with nights cooling to roughly 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in Egypt in October?

Hurghada averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 23°C (73°F).

Does Egypt get a lot of rain in October?

Not particularly. Hurghada averages just 2.2 mm (0.1 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Egypt.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Egypt?

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

On average, the best time to visit Egypt is in January, February, March, April, November and December with generally perfect weather in Hurghada. The weather in July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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