Best Time to Visit Egypt
Egypt is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Egypt for sunny, dry weather is January–December — 12 months of the year match our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The drier half of the year covers April–October, while the wetter half runs through November–March. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 14°C / 57.2°F in January to 28.5°C / 83.3°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (June) to 5 mm / 0.2 in (January). Egypt's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Egypt can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C57.2°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 15°C59°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 17.5°C63.5°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 21.5°C70.7°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 25°C77°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| June | 27.5°C81.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 28.5°C83.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 28.5°C83.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 27°C80.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 24°C75.2°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 19°C66.2°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 15.5°C59.9°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Egypt?
The best time to visit Egypt for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is July (28.5°C / 83.3°F country-wide average) and the driest is June (about 0 mm / 0 in). These months combine warmth with low rainfall based on long-term climate normals.
When is the rainy season in Egypt?
The rainy season in Egypt runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 1 mm / 0 in. The wettest single month is January, averaging 5 mm / 0.2 in.
What is the dry season in Egypt?
The drier half of the year in Egypt covers April–October, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 1 mm / 0 in. The driest single month is June with about 0 mm / 0 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Egypt?
The least comfortable months for travel in Egypt — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, December. These are Egypt's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 5 mm / 0.2 in in January, and temperatures bottom out at 14°C / 57.2°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Egypt?
Egypt doesn't have a distinct shoulder season by our heuristics — its climate is either sunny-and-dry or clearly outside those bounds most of the year. Consider the June window (driest) or July window (warmest) as alternatives to peak season.