Summary
August brings the warmest sea of the year and, in 2027, a once-in-a-lifetime event: a total solar eclipse over Luxor on 2 August. Average daytime highs are about 35°C (95°F) in Cairo, 41°C (106°F) in Luxor and Aswan, and 35°C (95°F) on the Red Sea, where the water is around 29°C.
Is August a Good Time to Visit Egypt?

August is a good time for the Red Sea, with the sea at its warmest. In 2027 it is also the month of the total solar eclipse over Luxor, which will make Upper Egypt unusually busy in the first days of the month.
August is low inland, busy on the coast. For the full picture across the year, see the best time to visit Egypt.
Egypt Weather in August
- Cairo and Giza: about 35°C (95°F) by day.
- Luxor and Aswan: about 41°C (106°F) by day.
- Hurghada and the Red Sea: about 35°C (95°F), with the sea at around 29°C.
Nights are warm everywhere, around 23°C in Cairo. Rain is rare; these are rounded averages, and individual days can be warmer or cooler.
What's On in Egypt in August
- 2 August 2027: a total solar eclipse crosses Egypt, with Luxor in the path of totality. Hotels and cruises in Luxor will be heavily booked.
- The Red Sea reaches about 29°C, its warmest of the year.
8-Day Cairo, Siwa and White & Black Desert Adventure
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View This TripBest Trips in August
- Our solar eclipse tour for 2 August 2027.
- Diving and snorkelling: see day trips from Hurghada.
- Cairo’s museums and Giza Pyramids tours at opening time.
Prefer your own dates and pace? Ask us for a tailor-made trip.
What to Pack for Egypt in August
Light clothing, sun protection and certified eclipse glasses if you are travelling for the eclipse.
Travelling at another time? Read about Egypt in July or Egypt in September.
Egypt in August: FAQ
Is August a good time to visit Egypt?
Yes for the Red Sea, with the warmest water of the year, and in 2027 for the total solar eclipse over Luxor on 2 August.
When is the solar eclipse in Egypt?
On 2 August 2027. Luxor lies in the path of totality, making it one of the best places on Earth to see it.
How hot is Egypt in August?
About 35°C in Cairo and 41°C in Luxor and Aswan; the Red Sea is about 35°C with the sea at 29°C.































