Verdict: Fair month
Luxor Weather in May
May is seriously hot in Luxor — days average 39°C (102°F), so plan mornings out and afternoons in the shade or the water. Rain is a non-issue, with only ~0 wet days in an average year. May is workable in Luxor if your dates are fixed — just plan around the conditions.
Average high
39°C / 102°F
Average low
23°C / 73°F
Rain days
~0
Precipitation
0 mm
What to pack for Luxor in May
- Light, breathable clothing — linen and technical fabrics earn their keep
- High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Luxor: Aug (43°C / 109°F) · Coolest: Jan (22°C / 72°F) · Wettest: Jan (~0 rain days)
22°
9°
Jan
24°
10°
Feb
30°
14°
Mar
35°
19°
Apr
39°
23°
May
42°
26°
Jun
42°
27°
Jul
43°
28°
Aug
41°
26°
Sep
36°
21°
Oct
29°
16°
Nov
25°
12°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)