Egypt Luxor Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Luxor is low
Luxor Weather in August — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 42° / 25°
- Rainfall
- 0mm · 0 days
- Crowds
- Quiet
As of 2026, Luxor in August averages a high of 42°C and low of 25°C with 0mm of rain over about 0 days. Year-peak heat + 33% humidity makes it feel hotter than dry June. Lightweight sun-protective long sleeves + long pants + extra hydration discipline.
August is low for Luxor.
August is Luxor's heat continues — high 42°C / 108°F, low 25°C / 77°F. Slightly more humid than July (33% vs 30%), which makes it subjectively feel even hotter despite the same dry-bulb temperature.
Coptic Mary Feast August 15-22 — Egyptian Coptic Christian celebration. Some local activities + church visits + traditional foods. Tourist sites operate normally.
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Luxor August Weather Stats
Avg High
42°C
Avg Low
25°C
Rainy Days
0
0mm total
Sunshine
12h
Daily avg
Humidity
33%
moderate
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
29°C
warm
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
28 μg/m³
PM10
55 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
47°C
Nighttime
25°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Year-low hotel pricing continues
- Sites genuinely uncrowded
- Sofitel + Hilton at fraction of peak price
Cons
- Heat at year-peak 42°C+ daily
- Higher humidity than July (33%) feels worse
- Hot air balloon cancellations frequent
- Tomb interiors 40-45°C by 10:00
August Events & Festivals
- Coptic Mary Feast (August 15-22)
- Heat continues at year-peak
- Most travelers continue to avoid
Luxor in August — Full Picture
August is Luxor's heat continues — high 42°C / 108°F, low 25°C / 77°F. Slightly more humid than July (33% vs 30%), which makes it subjectively feel even hotter despite the same dry-bulb temperature.
Coptic Mary Feast August 15-22 — Egyptian Coptic Christian celebration. Some local activities + church visits + traditional foods. Tourist sites operate normally.
Hot air balloon launches 04:30 only. Valley of the Kings + Hatshepsut effectively unvisitable after 10:00.
The smart August move: same as July — do not visit Luxor unless you genuinely thrive in extreme heat.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Year-peak heat + 33% humidity makes it feel hotter than dry June. Lightweight sun-protective long sleeves + long pants + extra hydration discipline.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
33°C
16°C
0/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current41.7°C
24.7°C
0/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
34°C
17.3°C
0/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
24°C
7.3°C
0/mo
Luxor Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 23° | 6° | 0d·1mm | 9h | 50% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 25° | 8° | 0d·1mm | 10h | 45% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| 28° | 11° | 0d·1mm | 10h | 38% | 8 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 33° | 16° | 0d·0mm | 11h | 32% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 38° | 21° | 0d·0mm | 12h | 28% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 41° | 24° | 0d·0mm | 12h | 27% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 42° | 25° | 0d·0mm | 12h | 30% | 12 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 42° | 25° | 0d·0mm | 12h | 33% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 39° | 22° | 0d·0mm | 11h | 38% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 35° | 18° | 0d·0mm | 10h | 42% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| November (Best) | 28° | 12° | 0d·1mm | 9h | 50% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| December (Best) | 24° | 8° | 0d·1mm | 9h | 55% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
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Luxor August Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Luxor?
Luxor in August is low. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Luxor in August?
Luxor August averages a high of 42°C and a low of 25°C.
Does it rain much in Luxor in August?
Luxor August averages 0mm of rainfall over about 0 rainy days.
What should I wear in Luxor in August?
Year-peak heat + 33% humidity makes it feel hotter than dry June. Lightweight sun-protective long sleeves + long pants + extra hydration discipline.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Luxor in August?
Luxor August sunrise is 05:20 and sunset is 18:40, with 13h 20m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Luxor in August?
Luxor August air quality (AQI) averages 75, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 28μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Luxor in August?
In August, Luxor is great for Karnak 06:00 strict only, Hot air balloon 04:30 only, Hotel pool 10:00-18:00 canonical refuge.
Is August peak season in Luxor?
Luxor August crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.