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Luxor Weather in May
May in Luxor brings extremely high temperatures, with highs of 39°C (102°F) and nights dropping to 23°C (73°F). Rainfall is very low this month, averaging just 0.2 mm (0.01 in).
Rainfall in Luxor in May
Expect around 0 days of rain based on historical data, with 0.2 mm (0.01 in) average. On the rare occasion it rains this month, it usually amounts to very little.
Temperature in Luxor in May
May in Luxor brings typical temperatures with highs around 39°C (102°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F). If you're spending a lot of time outdoors, it helps to plan around the warmer part of the day. With overnight lows of 23°C (73°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Luxor. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Luxor Temperature in May
Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
39°C (102°F)
Chance of Rain
1%
Precipitation
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Rainy days
0 days
Humidity
29%
Luxor Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
49-year average (1977-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Luxor typically rise from around 37°C (99°F) at the start of May to approximately 40°C (104°F) by the end. Nights are warm, with lows typically ranging from 21°C (70°F) to 24°C (75°F).
Average temperatures in May
Historical weather records for Luxor in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Luxor spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Luxor historical weather extremes in May
Based on weather observations in Luxor between 1980 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during May.
- The lowest daytime temperature in May was 26°C (79°F), recorded on May 9, 2009.
- The coldest night in May in Luxor was on May 5, 1986, with a minimum of 14°C (57°F).
Best Places in Egypt in May
Find out more about the weather in Egypt and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Egypt in May →
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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).
What to Wear in Luxor in May
Get ready for hot weather in May! Lightweight, breathable fabrics are your best friend during this month. Cotton and linen shirts, shorts, sundresses, and sandals will keep you comfortable. Light colors help reflect the heat, avoid wearing black.
What To Do in Luxor in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Camping10/10
Luxor 3-Day Forecast
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