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Egypt in November

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Egypt in November

Comfortable everywhere, and the sea is still warm enough to swim.

What Egypt in November is actually like

Egypt in November is the month where nothing is a compromise. Luxor at 28C is close to perfect for the temples, and at 26C the Red Sea is still properly swimmable.

It is firmly high season by now, so book the cruise element early. Prices sit below the December and January peak but well above the autumn floor.

Days are shorter, which matters more than people expect on the West Bank — plan to be at the Valley of the Kings early rather than assuming a long afternoon.

What Egypt in November is good for

  • ▲Long temple days in comfortable heat, which is what most people come for.
  • ▲Swimming, just — 26C water is warm enough without being bathwater.
  • ▲Desert nights, which are cool and clear without being cold.

One thing to plan for

Days are getting short. On the West Bank that matters more than people expect, so start early rather than assuming a long afternoon.

Egypt in November at a glance

Cairo24°C
Luxor and Aswan28°C
Red Sea water26°C
CrowdsBusy
PricesHigh season

Typical daytime highs. Sea temperature is Hurghada. Approximate.

Common questions

Is November a good time to visit Egypt?+

Comfortable everywhere, and the sea is still warm enough to swim. Expect about 24C in Cairo and 28C in Luxor, with the Red Sea around 26C.

How hot is Luxor in November?+

Typical daytime highs are around 28C. Upper Egypt is consistently hotter than Cairo, and the Valley of the Kings has almost no shade, so morning visits are better than afternoon ones whatever the month.

Can you swim in the Red Sea in November?+

Yes. At around 26C the water is comfortably warm for swimming, snorkelling and diving.

Is November expensive?+

High season. Prices sit between the summer floor and the winter peak.

Official sources

Entry rules, opening hours, security advice and exchange rates all move. Check them at the source, not here.