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Luxor in July
Luxor's warmest month brings highs averaging 107°F (42°C), lows of 77°F (25°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 107°F (42°C)
- Avg low
- 77°F (25°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 20%
- Cloud cover
- 8%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 27 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What July feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 107°F (42°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 17°C (30°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Low humidity, around 20%, makes the air feel crisp and dry.
Rain is scarce: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 8%.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – March.
- Comfort holds steady from June (60 → 60/100).
- Our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends Oct – Apr, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 107°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 77°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Luxor in July
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Valley of the Kings
Royal tombs cut into the desert hills, with painted corridors; extra tickets for Tutankhamun and Seti I.
Luxor Temple
Riverside temple linked to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes, lit up after dark.
Hot-air balloon over the West Bank
Sunrise flights over temples, fields and the Nile.
Why now July scores 60/100 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 107°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.
Why now A break from 107°F afternoons.
Nearby in July
- Aswan in July~112 mi · highs 110°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (3°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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Luxor?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 60/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are November – March. Expect highs of 107°F (42°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. Our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends Oct – Apr, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Luxor in July?
Average highs are 107°F (42°C) and average lows 77°F (25°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Luxor in July?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is less than 0.1 in (3 mm).
What should I pack for Luxor in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 107°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 77°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
Planning Luxor in July?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.