The month in detail
What to expect in April
Spring marks the start of the good season in Luxor. Temperatures rise (95°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.
April ranks 6 out of 12 months in Luxor. Compared to March: +11°F daytime, +0.5h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in April
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
1°
Daylight
12.6h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 111
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Is April the right month?
The best month in Luxor is November (9.5/10), 4.1 pts higher than April.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Egypt
🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyEgyptian Pound (£)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+2.13°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 108°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 72°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘDecember · 3%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in April
If April doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Luxor ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
EgyptTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.5 → 3.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
25.69°N · 32.64°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Luxor?
March is the best month with 84°F highs, 57°F lows, 9.8h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of March & November offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Luxor get in March?
Luxor averages 9.8 sunshine hours per day in March. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Luxor?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Luxor in March?
In March, overnight lows reach 57°F, while afternoon highs average 84°F.
Is Luxor good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Luxor scores 8.6/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 9.3/10.
When should you avoid Luxor?
August is the most difficult month to visit Luxor, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Luxor in April?
The average UV index reaches 8 in April in Luxor (high), with about 12.6h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.