Egypt month by month
Egypt in February
In short: February is a popular month for a tour of Egypt. It is sunny and dry, with 21°C (70°F) in Cairo, 26°C (79°F) in Luxor and Aswan and 23°C (73°F) on the Red Sea, just right for long days at temples and tombs. Around 22 February the sunlight reaches deep into the temple at Abu Simbel, a spectacle that happens only twice a year. February suits first-time visitors who want Cairo, Luxor and Aswan in comfortable weather, although the half-term and Ramadan can make it busier or quieter in places.
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Abu Simbel sun festival around 22 February: the sun lights up the statues in the sanctuary at the back.
Comfortable 21 to 26°C by day, with nights that are still cool.
The February half-term and Ramadan can fall in February; plan around them.
The weather in Egypt in February
Cairo is around 21°C (70°F) by day, with nights of about 10°C (50°F); the odd shower happens. Luxor and Aswan reach 26 to 27°C (79 to 81°F) by day and cool to 8°C (46°F) at night. On the Red Sea it is 23°C (73°F) by day, with sea water at 21°C (70°F) and sometimes a stiff wind. Expect 8 hours of sun a day.
Ramadan and the February half-term
Ramadan moves about eleven days earlier every year. In 2027 it is expected to begin around 8 February and to last until Eid al-Fitr around 9 or 10 March; the exact dates depend on the sighting of the moon. In 2028 it falls mostly in February. You can travel as normal: museums and temples are open, sometimes with shorter opening hours, and in the hotels and on the Nile cruise you eat as always. Outside the hotels, restaurants are quieter during the day and lively after sunset. The February half-term adds to the crowds at the main sights.
Our advice for February
If you want to see the sun festival at Abu Simbel, book well ahead and expect an early start: the light falls inside shortly after sunrise. Outside the school-holiday weeks, choose a quieter pace. February is a very good month for a dahabiya on the Nile between Esna and Aswan, with clear mornings and warm afternoons.
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Temperatures in Egypt in February
Average daytime highs and night-time lows per destination in February, in Celsius and Fahrenheit. You can see at a glance where it is comfortable and where you adjust the programme.
| Destination | Daytime | At night | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cairo | 21°C (70°F) | 10°C (50°F) | Sunny, the odd shower, pleasant for the city |
| Luxor & Aswan | 26°C (79°F) | 8°C (46°F) | Dry and warm enough, cool mornings |
| Red Sea (Hurghada) | 23°C (73°F) | 12°C (54°F) | Sea water 21°C, 23°C by day, often a little wind |
Averages over several years; a single year can differ slightly. About 8 hours of sunshine a day, sea water at Hurghada around 21°C (70°F).
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Practical
What to pack
Summer clothes for the day, a cardigan and long trousers for the evening. A windproof jacket is handy on the Red Sea and on the water. Do not forget sun cream: the sun is already quite high.
What you can do
Tours from Cairo to Abu Simbel, Nile cruises and dahabiyas. Around the sun festival, Abu Simbel is busy but unique. Walks in the Western Desert and the Fayoum are very doable now too.
Booking and prices
February is high season. If you travel in the February half-term, book six months ahead for dahabiyas and the better hotels in Luxor and Aswan. Outside the school holidays there is more room.
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Frequently asked questions
How warm is Egypt in February?
In February it is on average 21°C (70°F) by day in Cairo, 26°C (79°F) in Luxor and Aswan and 23°C (73°F) on the Red Sea. The nights are between 8 and 12°C (46 and 54°F). It is dry and sunny, with about 8 hours of sun a day.
Is February a good time to visit Egypt?
Yes, February is a very good time for a tour of Egypt. It is dry and sunny, with comfortable temperatures of 21 to 26°C by day. It is also a popular month, so book ahead, certainly for the February half-term.
What is the sun festival at Abu Simbel?
It is the morning, around 22 February and 22 October, when the rising sun reaches the sanctuary at the back of the Great Temple and lights the statues there. It lasts only a few minutes and draws many visitors, so book well in advance.
Can you visit Egypt in February during Ramadan?
Yes. Temples, museums and the pyramids are open as normal, sometimes with slightly shorter opening hours. Restaurants are quieter during the day and lively after sunset. We take it into account in your daily programme. It is better not to eat or drink ostentatiously in the street during the day.
Is February a good month for the Red Sea?
Yes for sunbathing and diving, with 23°C by day and sea water of 21°C. It is often windy, so for a pure beach holiday April and October are warmer. If you are choosing a resort, compare Hurghada or Sharm el-Sheikh.
Where is it warmest in Egypt in February?
In February it is warmest in Luxor and Aswan: 26°C (79°F) by day. Next come Marsa Alam at 25°C (77°F) and Sharm el-Sheikh at 23°C (73°F). Cairo reaches 21°C (70°F) and Alexandria 19°C (66°F). The sea is 21°C (70°F) at Hurghada and 22°C (72°F) at Marsa Alam.
What is the weather like in early and late February in Egypt?
Early February is still close to January: about 19°C (66°F) in Cairo and 23°C (73°F) in Luxor. By late February the figures move towards March: about 24°C (75°F) in Cairo and 30°C (86°F) in Luxor. Over the month the Red Sea water is between about 21°C (70°F) and 22°C (72°F).
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