Egypt month by month
Egypt in November
In short: if you ask us when to go on a tour of Egypt, we often say November. Daytime temperatures are 24°C (75°F) in Cairo, 28°C (82°F) in Luxor and Aswan and 26°C (79°F) on the Red Sea, where the sea is 25°C (77°F). That is pleasant in Cairo, right for temples and tombs in the south and still warm enough for the beach. With no school holidays and no Christmas crowds, November is quiet, sunny and comfortable, and it suits almost everyone who comes for the culture.
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Comfortable temperatures for culture: 24°C in Cairo, 28°C in Luxor and Aswan.
No school holidays, so quieter than October and December.
The Red Sea is still warm enough to finish with a few beach days.
The weather in Egypt in November
Cairo reaches 24°C (75°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night, with the occasional first rain shower. Luxor and Aswan are 28°C (82°F) to 29°C (84°F) by day and 12°C (54°F) at night, dry and clear. On the Red Sea it is 26°C (79°F) by day and 17°C (63°F) at night, and the sea is 25°C (77°F). Expect 8 hours of sunshine a day. The days are getting shorter: the sun sets at around five o'clock.
Who is November right for?
For almost everyone who comes to Egypt for the culture: couples, friends, older travellers and families outside the school holidays. For a pure beach holiday the Red Sea is still good, although it can be windy there in the second half of the month.
Our advice for November
Take your time in the south: Luxor, a dahabiya to Aswan and Abu Simbel are all very pleasant now. Our 10-day Egypt itinerary shows how such a route fits together. Walk through the old city and the bazaar in Cairo, which is a pleasure again in November. If you want a few beach days, finish in Marsa Alam or El Gouna, where November is slightly warmer and more sheltered than at Hurghada.
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Temperatures in Egypt in November
Average daytime highs and night-time lows per destination in November, 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 | 24°C (75°F) | 14°C (57°F) | Pleasant, sunny, cool evenings |
| Luxor & Aswan | 28°C (82°F) | 12°C (54°F) | Ideal: warm by day, cool mornings |
| Red Sea (Hurghada) | 26°C (79°F) | 17°C (63°F) | Sea 25°C, 26°C by day, sometimes windy |
Averages over several years; a single year can differ slightly. About 8 hours of sunshine a day, sea water at Hurghada around 25°C (77°F).
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Practical
What to pack
Summer clothes for the day, a cardigan or jumper for morning and evening. A windproof jacket is welcome on a dahabiya or felucca. You still need sun cream: the sun is strong.
What you can do
Complete tours from Cairo to Abu Simbel, Nile cruises and dahabiyas, desert excursions and the White Desert. November is also a good month for Alexandria and the Fayoum.
Booking and prices
November is high season without the holiday crowds, with normal prices. Book dahabiyas and the better Nile hotels three to four months ahead. The last week of November gets busier towards December.
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Frequently asked questions
How warm is Egypt in November?
Daytime temperatures in Egypt in November average 24°C (75°F) in Cairo, 28°C (82°F) in Luxor and Aswan and 26°C (79°F) on the Red Sea. Nights are between 12°C (54°F) and 17°C (63°F). The sea is 25°C (77°F) and there are about 8 hours of sunshine a day.
Is November a good time to visit Egypt?
Yes, for a cultural trip November is a very good month. It is pleasantly warm, dry and quieter than October and December, because there are no school holidays.
Can you swim in the Red Sea in November?
Yes, the sea is 25°C and it is 26°C by day, so swimming and snorkelling are fine. It can be breezy, especially at the end of November; Marsa Alam and El Gouna are more sheltered. Which resort suits you is covered in Hurghada or Sharm el-Sheikh.
Is Egypt busy in November?
It is high season, but without the holiday crowds. Popular places such as the Valley of the Kings and Abu Simbel are manageable, especially early in the morning. Dahabiyas have limited capacity, so booking in good time remains sensible.
Where is it warmest in Egypt in November?
In November it is warmest in Luxor and Aswan: 28°C (82°F) by day. Next come Marsa Alam at 28°C (82°F) and Sharm el-Sheikh at 27°C (81°F). Cairo reaches 24°C (75°F) and Alexandria 24°C (75°F). The sea is 25°C (77°F) at Hurghada and 26°C (79°F) at Marsa Alam.
What is the weather like in early and late November in Egypt?
Early November is still close to October: about 29°C (84°F) in Cairo and 34°C (93°F) in Luxor. By late November the figures move towards December: about 20°C (68°F) in Cairo and 24°C (75°F) in Luxor. Over the month the Red Sea water is between about 23°C (73°F) and 27°C (81°F).
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