Egypt Luxor Weather in March — Climate Guide
March in Luxor is high
Luxor Weather in March — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 28° / 11°
- Rainfall
- 1mm · 0 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Luxor in March averages a high of 28°C and low of 11°C with 1mm of rain over about 0 days. Warm-to-hot afternoons — short sleeves + long pants. Mornings 11-15°C / 52-59°F. Khamsin desert dust winds possible — pack scarf for face cover.
March is high for Luxor.
March is Luxor's late-winter / early-spring shoulder month — high 28°C / 82°F, low 11°C / 52°F. Still pleasant for Valley of the Kings + Hatshepsut hiking but afternoons climb toward 30°C / 86°F.
Khamsin desert dust winds (March-May) — occasional storms bring red Sahara dust, reducing visibility + adding sand to everything. Annoying but not dangerous. Pack a scarf for face cover + sealable bag for camera.
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Luxor March Weather Stats
Avg High
28°C
Avg Low
11°C
Rainy Days
0
1mm total
Sunshine
10h
Daily avg
Humidity
38%
moderate
UV Index
8
Very high
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 28
Sea Temp
19°C
swimming chilly
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
March Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
45 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
28°C
Nighttime
10°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for March
March Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Shoulder season pricing (40-50% below peak)
- Hot air balloon still reliable most days
- Crowds dropping after February peak
- Felucca + Nile cruise season continues
Cons
- Khamsin desert dust winds occasional
- Afternoons climbing toward 30°C / 86°F
- Ramadan possible (varies year — confirm)
- Late-March heat peak start
March Events & Festivals
- Khamsin desert dust winds begin (March-May)
- Spring shoulder season starts late month
- Ramadan possibly starts (varies — confirm year)
Luxor in March — Full Picture
March is Luxor's late-winter / early-spring shoulder month — high 28°C / 82°F, low 11°C / 52°F. Still pleasant for Valley of the Kings + Hatshepsut hiking but afternoons climb toward 30°C / 86°F.
Khamsin desert dust winds (March-May) — occasional storms bring red Sahara dust, reducing visibility + adding sand to everything. Annoying but not dangerous. Pack a scarf for face cover + sealable bag for camera.
Ramadan varies year to year — if it falls in March, daytime fasting + many local restaurants close 11:30-19:00, tourist restaurants operate with reduced menus. Hotel restaurants normal. Iftar (sunset breaking of the fast) sees festive crowds + extended hours.
Hotel pricing shoulder season — book 4-6 weeks ahead.
The smart March move: target the first 2 weeks (pre-Easter, pre-Khamsin season) for the shoulder-season sweet spot. Hot air balloon launches reliably most days but occasional Khamsin wind cancellations.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Warm-to-hot afternoons — short sleeves + long pants. Mornings 11-15°C / 52-59°F. Khamsin desert dust winds possible — pack scarf for face cover.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current33°C
16°C
0/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
41.7°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 March Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is March a good time to visit Luxor?
Luxor in March is high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Luxor in March?
Luxor March averages a high of 28°C and a low of 11°C.
Does it rain much in Luxor in March?
Luxor March averages 1mm of rainfall over about 0 rainy days.
What should I wear in Luxor in March?
Warm-to-hot afternoons — short sleeves + long pants. Mornings 11-15°C / 52-59°F. Khamsin desert dust winds possible — pack scarf for face cover.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Luxor in March?
Luxor March sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 17:45, with 11h 45m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Luxor in March?
Luxor March air quality (AQI) averages 65, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Luxor in March?
In March, Luxor is great for Karnak + Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings morning (06:00 opening), Hot air balloon if no Khamsin wind.
Is March peak season in Luxor?
Luxor March crowds are busy and prices are shoulder. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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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.