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Luxor, Luxor Governorate, Egypt

Luxor in May

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Luxor are January, March, November and December. In May, hot, so pack light, breathable clothes and sun protection; very little rain.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
31°C
Rainfall
0 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In May, Luxor is typically hot, so pack light, breathable clothes and sun protection; very little rain. Average temperatures sit around 31°C with about 0mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Luxor in May

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Abu Haggag Mosque
The Abu Haggag Mosque is a mosque in Luxor, in the Luxor Governorate of Egypt. The mosque contains the tomb of Sheikh Yusuf Abu al-Haggag, after whom the mosque is named. The mosqu
Luxor
Luxor is a city in Upper Egypt. Luxor had a population of 284,952 in 2023, with an area of 43.0 km2 (16.6 sq mi) and is the capital of the Luxor Governorate. Nicknamed the City of
Mummification Museum
The Mummification Museum is an archaeological museum in Luxor, Upper Egypt. It is dedicated to the art of Ancient Egyptian mummification.
Avenue of Sphinxes
Avenue of Sphinxes or The King's Festivities Road, also known as Rams Road, is a 2.7 km (1.7 mi) long avenue (dromos) which connects Karnak Temple with Luxor Temple having been unc
Luxor Temple
The Luxor Temple is a large Ancient Egyptian temple complex located on the east bank of the Nile River in the city of Luxor and was constructed approximately 1400 BCE. In the Egypt
Winter Palace Hotel
The Winter Palace Hotel, also known as the Old Winter Palace Hotel, is a historic British colonial-era 5-star luxury resort hotel located on the banks of the River Nile in Luxor, E

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Luxor in May: FAQ

Is May a good time to visit Luxor?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Luxor's best months are generally January, March, November and December.

What is the weather like in Luxor in May?+

Expect average temperatures around 31°C. Rainfall averages about 0mm for the month. In short, hot, so pack light, breathable clothes and sun protection; very little rain.

What should I pack for Luxor in May?+

Based on the typical May weather: hot, so pack light, breathable clothes and sun protection; very little rain.

What is there to do in Luxor in May?+

Popular things to do include Abu Haggag Mosque, Luxor, Mummification Museum and Avenue of Sphinxes. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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