Late winter · Weather & things to do
Luxor in February
Luxor sees its driest month, with just less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain, highs of 77°F (25°C) and lows of 48°F (9°C).
At 100/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 77°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 36%
- Cloud cover
- 21%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 08 min
- Comfort score
- 100/100 · Great
What February feels like
Highs settle around 77°F (25°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 48°F (9°C), about 16°C (30°F) below the afternoon high.
The air is dry, at about 36% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 21%.
Plan around February
February is one of Luxor's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from January (100 → 100/100).
- February sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clothes77°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 48°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Luxor in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Karnak Temple
Vast temple complex of Amun with the 134-column Great Hypostyle Hall.
Temple of Hatshepsut
Terraced mortuary temple of Egypt's female pharaoh beneath the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
Hot-air balloon over the West Bank
Sunrise flights over temples, fields and the Nile.
Why now February scores 100/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Sofra Restaurant & Café
Egyptian home cooking in an old house, with a rooftop terrace.
Why now Highs near 77°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
1886 Restaurant at Winter Palace
Formal French dining in the 19th-century Winter Palace hotel.
Nearby in February
- Aswan in February~112 mi · highs 81°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~248 m to Luxor's ~90 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Luxor in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Luxor?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 100/100. Expect highs of 77°F (25°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. February is inside the Oct – Apr window our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends.
How hot is Luxor in February?
Average highs are 77°F (25°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Luxor in February?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is less than 0.1 in (3 mm).
What should I pack for Luxor in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (77°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 48°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in February
- Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile Oct – Apr
Planning Luxor in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.