Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Luxor in September
Luxor cools off: highs slip to 103°F (40°C), from 107°F in August, with lows of 72°F (22°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 103°F (40°C)
- Avg low
- 72°F (22°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 25%
- Cloud cover
- 7%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 09 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What September feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 103°F (40°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 17°C (31°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Low humidity, around 25%, 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 7%.
Plan around September
September is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – March.
- Comfort holds steady from August (60 → 60/100).
- Our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends Oct – Apr, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 103°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 72°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 September
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Medinet Habu
Ramesses III's temple with deep, colorful reliefs and few crowds.
Temple of Hatshepsut
Terraced mortuary temple of Egypt's female pharaoh beneath the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
Sofra Restaurant & Café
Egyptian home cooking in an old house, with a rooftop terrace.
Why now September scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Hot-air balloon over the West Bank
Sunrise flights over temples, fields and the Nile.
Why now Highs near 103°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 103°F afternoons.
Nearby in September
- Aswan in September~112 mi · highs 107°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 September: quick answers
Is September 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 103°F (40°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. Our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends Oct – Apr, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Luxor in September?
Average highs are 103°F (40°C) and average lows 72°F (22°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Luxor in September?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is less than 0.1 in (3 mm).
What should I pack for Luxor in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 103°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 72°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
Planning Luxor in September?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.