{"id":12746,"date":"2022-12-13T09:56:36","date_gmt":"2022-12-13T09:56:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/blog\/?p=12746"},"modified":"2025-05-08T12:37:16","modified_gmt":"2025-05-08T12:37:16","slug":"best-time-visit-egypt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/blog\/best-time-visit-egypt","title":{"rendered":"Best time to visit Egypt"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/country\/egypt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Egypt<\/a> is a land of vast desertscapes punctuated by pyramids and ornate tombs, the great <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/region\/the-nile-trip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nile River<\/a> running through it like a shimmering ribbon of blue. Most activities and experiences are outdoors and the heat is probably your biggest factor when deciding the best time to visit Egypt. If you\u2019re unsure, read on for our hints and tips, whether you\u2019re dreaming of a cruise down the Nile, visiting as many temples as possible, or dipping your toes in the Red Sea.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_12747\" style=\"width: 910px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/region\/cairo-trip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12747\" class=\"wp-image-12747 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=1440,height=959,fit=crop,quality=50,format=auto\/https:\/\/assets.timbuktutravel.com\/2022\/12\/best-time-visit-egypt-winter.png\" alt=\"best time to visit egypt\" width=\"900\" height=\"599\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=900,height=599,fit=crop,quality=50,format=auto\/https:\/\/assets.timbuktutravel.com\/2022\/12\/best-time-visit-egypt-winter.png 900w, https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=1440,height=959,fit=crop,quality=50,format=auto\/https:\/\/assets.timbuktutravel.com\/2022\/12\/best-time-visit-egypt-winter.png 1440w, https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=375,height=250,fit=crop,quality=50,format=auto\/https:\/\/assets.timbuktutravel.com\/2022\/12\/best-time-visit-egypt-winter.png 375w, https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=450,height=300,fit=crop,quality=50,format=auto\/https:\/\/assets.timbuktutravel.com\/2022\/12\/best-time-visit-egypt-winter.png 450w, https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=768,height=511,fit=crop,quality=50,format=auto\/https:\/\/assets.timbuktutravel.com\/2022\/12\/best-time-visit-egypt-winter.png 768w, https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/quality=50,format=auto\/https:\/\/assets.timbuktutravel.com\/2022\/12\/best-time-visit-egypt-winter.png 1128w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-12747\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A camel resting in front of the great Pyramids, Cairo<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>November to April<\/h2>\n<p>This is officially winter in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/country\/egypt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Egypt<\/a>, but in North Africa, that simply means balmy (blissful!) temperatures and a lovely time of year for sightseeing. It\u2019s an ideal time to visit most destinations in the country and a great time to take in the sights of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/region\/cairo-trip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cairo<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/region\/luxor-trip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Luxor<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/region\/aswan-trip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aswan<\/a>. Notoriously hot, winter in all three destinations is much more manageable and you can marvel at the Pyramids of Giza and the tombs in the Valley of the Kings, ride camel-back through the desert, and wander through the streets without worrying about the heat.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/region\/siwa-oasis-trip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Siwa<\/a> and the Western Desert in November are also a good bet as temperatures don\u2019t fluctuate as dramatically. This makes it a great time of year for hiking Mount Sinai and the rolling dunes, or visiting the springs and salt lakes for a good soak. Although, pack warmly for the chilly evenings!<\/p>\n<p>Winter is definitely the favourite season to visit Egypt and thousands of others agree, so it\u2019s best to book as early as possible &#8211; and expect company at major sights. However, look out for the Khamsin Wind, which usually arrives between April and May, bringing sand clouds from the deserts that can affect sightseeing.<\/p>\n<div id=\"timbuktu_shortcode\" class=\"alternate is-active\"><div id=\"timbuktu-wp\"><link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css?family=Merriweather:700|Open+Sans:300,600\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/region\/cairo-trip?action=DesignATrip&wId=001&regionName=Cairo&regionId=367\" class=\"no_underline timbuktu-test-class\" target=\"_blank\"><div class=\"timbuktu_banner_container image-included\"><div class=\"timbuktu_banner_layout_minimal\"><div class=\"timbuktu_banner\" data-entity-type=\"region\" data-country-id=\"108\" data-region-id=\"367\" >\n                    <figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.timbuktutravel.com\/regions\/kodak_images\/000\/000\/367\/original\/iStock-1139238705.jpg?w=150&h=150&auto=format&fit=min&dpr=2&q=50&crop=center center\"data-country-id=\"108\" data-region-id=\"367\" class=\"timbuktu_minimal_image\" alt=\"Cairo Image\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"timbuktu_banner_copy\"><div class=\"timbuktu_banner_heading\">Cairo<\/div><div class=\"timbuktu_button\" style=\"background-color:#128d8d\">Learn more<\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_12748\" style=\"width: 910px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/region\/hurghada-trip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12748\" class=\"wp-image-12748 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=1440,height=960,fit=crop,quality=50,format=auto\/https:\/\/assets.timbuktutravel.com\/2022\/12\/best-time-visit-egypt-summer-1.png\" alt=\"best time to visit Egypt\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=900,height=600,fit=crop,quality=50,format=auto\/https:\/\/assets.timbuktutravel.com\/2022\/12\/best-time-visit-egypt-summer-1.png 900w, https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=1440,height=960,fit=crop,quality=50,format=auto\/https:\/\/assets.timbuktutravel.com\/2022\/12\/best-time-visit-egypt-summer-1.png 1440w, https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=375,height=250,fit=crop,quality=50,format=auto\/https:\/\/assets.timbuktutravel.com\/2022\/12\/best-time-visit-egypt-summer-1.png 375w, https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=450,height=300,fit=crop,quality=50,format=auto\/https:\/\/assets.timbuktutravel.com\/2022\/12\/best-time-visit-egypt-summer-1.png 450w, https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=768,height=512,fit=crop,quality=50,format=auto\/https:\/\/assets.timbuktutravel.com\/2022\/12\/best-time-visit-egypt-summer-1.png 768w, https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/quality=50,format=auto\/https:\/\/assets.timbuktutravel.com\/2022\/12\/best-time-visit-egypt-summer-1.png 1247w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-12748\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A blissful, seaside scene in Hurghada<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>May to October<\/h2>\n<p>The peak summer months of July and August are, by and large, scorching hot across the country. The one exception is a cruise along <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/region\/the-nile-trip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the Nile<\/a>, however, and with its cooling breeze, floating on the water is sublime. If you\u2019re heading out to see the highlights of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/region\/luxor-trip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Luxor<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/region\/aswan-trip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aswan<\/a>, make sure to leave early as possible when the day hasn\u2019t reached peak heat. Although humid, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/region\/alexandria-trip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alexandria<\/a> also enjoys the sea air, which makes it a pleasant time to do a little wandering along the Corniche &#8211; but many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/region\/cairo-trip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cairo<\/a> residents may have the same idea.<\/p>\n<p>Diving in the Red Sea is amazing all year long, but June and September are top contenders and the waters are calm, clear and temperate. You\u2019ll also avoid the school holiday and winter sun crowds, making this the perfect time of year to have a stretch of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/region\/sharm-el-sheikh-trip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">beach<\/a> all to yourself. As a bonus, you\u2019ll avoid any rainfall the coast does receive, which mostly occurs between December and March.<\/p>\n<p><strong>One last thought<\/strong><br \/>\nTravelling during the in-between months of March to May and September to early October means fewer travellers, fairly temperate days and beautiful scenery.<\/p>\n<div id=\"timbuktu_shortcode\" class=\"alternate is-active\"><div id=\"timbuktu-wp\"><link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css?family=Merriweather:700|Open+Sans:300,600\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timbuktutravel.com\/region\/hurghada-trip?action=DesignATrip&wId=001&regionName=Hurghada&regionId=363\" class=\"no_underline timbuktu-test-class\" target=\"_blank\"><div class=\"timbuktu_banner_container image-included\"><div class=\"timbuktu_banner_layout_minimal\"><div class=\"timbuktu_banner\" data-entity-type=\"region\" data-country-id=\"108\" data-region-id=\"363\" >\n                    <figure><img decoding=\"async\" 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