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Inspired?November is a wonderful time to visit Egypt, as you can feel the touch of winter coming in. The nights are cooler, and overall, the temperatures drop as Egypt moves into its mild winter season. Here is our complete guide to the weather in Egypt in November.
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The weather in Egypt in November makes for another excellent time to visit. The weather is mild, with comfortable temperatures making it easy to explore Egypt’s cultural sites. From wandering through the temples of Karnak to exploring Cairo’s museums, the weather is on your side.
This is a great month for a mix of sightseeing and beach time. The Red Sea resorts are still buzzing, and the waters are warm enough for diving and snorkeling. You’ll also find fewer crowds at major attractions, as the high season hasn't fully kicked in yet.
With its pleasant weather, November is a great time for a Nile cruise, desert safari, or simply exploring Egypt’s cities without the oppressive heat. It’s an ideal month if you want to pack in as much as possible without worrying about extreme temperatures.
Rough Guides tip: Decide when to plan your trip with our guide to the best time to visit Egypt.
November brings cooler weather, especially in northern Egypt. Cairo sees comfortable highs of 76°F (24°C) and lows around 57°F (14°C). Luxor and Aswan still feel warm, with highs of 86°F (30°C) and lows around 59°F (15°C). Hurghada stays mild, with daytime highs of 79°F (26°C) and lows of 64°F (18°C).
Rain starts to make a rare appearance, particularly in Cairo, which gets about 0.2 inches (5mm) of rainfall.
Daylight lasts for around 10.5 hours, so make sure to start your sightseeing early.
With nearly perfect weather, Egypt typically gets very busy in November. Streets in Cairo bustle, Nile cruises are packed, and there’s a good mix of tourists and locals. Hotel prices rise to high-season levels, especially around Giza and Luxor, but deals are still out there if you head to more remote areas like Marsa Alam. You'll want to book tours in advance to avoid last-minute price hikes.
Wondering how long your trip should be? See our guide to how many days you should spend in Egypt.
Planning a trip to Egypt? You'll want to factor in the weather and what makes this month unique when planning your itinerary. If your looking for more inspiration, see what made our list of the best things to do in Egypt year-round.
November is a great time to check out the Bent Pyramid with its unique angles and the Red Pyramid, which was Egypt’s first smooth-sided pyramid. You can even go inside the Red Pyramid, where you’ll walk through cool, narrow corridors into ancient burial chambers.
Located on an island in the Nile near Aswan, this temple is one of Egypt's most beautiful ancient sites. You can only get there by boat, and it’s best to go at sunrise or sunset to see its columns, courtyards, and walls covered in hieroglyphs. It was moved in the 1960s to avoid flooding from the Aswan High Dam.
These multi-day cruises take you past famous spots like the Temple of Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, and the Edfu and Kom Ombo temples. Along the way, you'll see the daily life of rural Egypt — donkeys plodding through fields, kids playing by the water, and farmers tending to crops.
Carved into a cliff near the Sudanese border, the temples are an incredible sight. Ramses II had them built, and they were also relocated in the 1960s to higher ground because of Lake Nasser’s rising waters. The entrance, with four giant statues of Ramses, gives way to vast halls with detailed carvings and hieroglyphs.
Held every November, the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) is one of the oldest and most respected film festivals in the Arab world. It’s a great chance to explore regional cinema and catch films from around the world, with screenings at stunning venues like the Cairo Opera House.
There are several festivals and events that take place in Egypt in November. Here's our pick:
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Dre Roelandt
updated 21.10.2024
Dre Roelandt is originally from the United States but lives and works in Berlin, Germany. Dre is a freelance writer and artist with a passion for travelling. They are an in-house Senior Content Editor at Rough Guides.
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