Egypt Luxor Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Luxor is high
Luxor Weather in October — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 35° / 18°
- Rainfall
- 0mm · 0 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, Luxor in October averages a high of 35°C and low of 18°C with 0mm of rain over about 0 days. Heat finally drops to comfortable levels — short sleeves + lightweight long pants for sun + tomb visits. Mornings 18-22°C / 64-72°F start cool.
October is high for Luxor.
October is Luxor's genuine shoulder-season month — high 35°C / 95°F, low 18°C / 64°F. The heat finally drops to comfortable levels. Mornings genuinely pleasant.
Abu Simbel Sun Festival October 22 — the second annual canonical Egyptian temple photographer's moment (the other is Feb 22). The sunrise sunlight penetrates 60m into the Abu Simbel Great Temple inner sanctuary and illuminates 3 of the 4 seated statues. Book Abu Simbel day flight ($150-200) 4-6 months ahead for the Sun Festival window. Sites + flights book solid Oct 19-25.
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Luxor October Weather Stats
Avg High
35°C
Avg Low
18°C
Rainy Days
0
0mm total
Sunshine
10h
Daily avg
Humidity
42%
moderate
UV Index
8
Very high
Wind
7 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
26°C
warm
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
20 μg/m³
PM10
40 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
37°C
Nighttime
17°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
7 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Heat finally drops to comfortable 35°C / 95°F
- Abu Simbel Sun Festival Oct 22 (canonical temple moment)
- Hot air balloon reliable + cooler launches
- Shoulder season pricing 30-40% below peak
Cons
- Late month sees pricing climb toward November peak
- Sun Festival week (Oct 19-25) books 4-6 months ahead
- Crowds returning after summer lull
October Events & Festivals
- Abu Simbel Sun Festival (October 22 — sunlight reaches inner sanctuary)
- Shoulder season start (Oct 15+)
- Peak season approaches November
Luxor in October — Full Picture
October is Luxor's genuine shoulder-season month — high 35°C / 95°F, low 18°C / 64°F. The heat finally drops to comfortable levels. Mornings genuinely pleasant.
Abu Simbel Sun Festival October 22 — the second annual canonical Egyptian temple photographer's moment (the other is Feb 22). The sunrise sunlight penetrates 60m into the Abu Simbel Great Temple inner sanctuary and illuminates 3 of the 4 seated statues. Book Abu Simbel day flight ($150-200) 4-6 months ahead for the Sun Festival window. Sites + flights book solid Oct 19-25.
Hot air balloon launches reliable + at 05:00-05:30 with cooler mornings. Valley of the Kings + Hatshepsut hiking pleasant.
The smart October move: target October 1-15 for the genuine shoulder-season sweet spot before the canonical November peak begins. Late October is excellent value at 35-40% below November peak.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Heat finally drops to comfortable levels — short sleeves + lightweight long pants for sun + tomb visits. Mornings 18-22°C / 64-72°F start cool.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
33°C
16°C
0/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
41.7°C
24.7°C
0/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current34°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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Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Luxor?
Luxor in October is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Luxor in October?
Luxor October averages a high of 35°C and a low of 18°C.
Does it rain much in Luxor in October?
Luxor October averages 0mm of rainfall over about 0 rainy days.
What should I wear in Luxor in October?
Heat finally drops to comfortable levels — short sleeves + lightweight long pants for sun + tomb visits. Mornings 18-22°C / 64-72°F start cool.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Luxor in October?
Luxor October sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 17:30, with 11h 30m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Luxor in October?
Luxor October air quality (AQI) averages 60, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 20μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Luxor in October?
In October, Luxor is great for Abu Simbel Sun Festival Oct 22, Karnak Temple morning + Luxor Temple sunset, Valley of the Kings + Hatshepsut + Medinet Habu.
Is October peak season in Luxor?
Luxor October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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