June is one of Egypt’s hottest months: average highs are 41.3°C / 106°F in Luxor, 41.2°C / 106°F in Aswan and 34.6°C / 94°F in Cairo. Sightseeing in Upper Egypt works only in the first hours of the day, so many travelers pair a short temple stay with the Mediterranean or Red Sea coast.
Key Takeaways
- Luxor averages 41.3°C / 106°F by day and 23.5°C / 74°F at night in June; Aswan 41.2°C / 106°F and 26.1°C / 79°F.
- Alexandria is about 5.9°C cooler than Cairo by day (28.7°C / 84°F against 34.6°C / 94°F).
- June 30 is a fixed-date national holiday.
- June 30 is a fixed-date national holiday, and the Islamic New Year is expected around June 6, 2027.
June weather in Egypt by city
| City | Average high | Average low |
|---|---|---|
| Cairo | 34.6°C / 94°F | 21.4°C / 71°F |
| Alexandria | 28.7°C / 84°F | 21.0°C / 70°F |
| Luxor | 41.3°C / 106°F | 23.5°C / 74°F |
| Aswan | 41.2°C / 106°F | 26.1°C / 79°F |
| Hurghada | 33.9°C / 93°F | 25.5°C / 78°F |
| Sharm El Sheikh | 37.2°C / 99°F | 26.6°C / 80°F |
Figures are monthly climate normals (long-term averages), not a forecast for a specific week. Luxor and Aswan sit in the desert of Upper Egypt, which is why their days are hotter and their nights cooler than Cairo’s or the coast’s.
How June compares with May and July
| Luxor | May | June | July |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 39.0°C / 102°F | 41.3°C / 106°F | 41.4°C / 107°F |
| Average low | 21.2°C / 70°F | 23.5°C / 74°F | 24.7°C / 76°F |
| Cairo | May | June | July |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 31.9°C / 89°F | 34.6°C / 94°F | 34.8°C / 95°F |
| Average low | 18.4°C / 65°F | 21.4°C / 71°F | 22.9°C / 73°F |
Luxor’s average high is 41.3°C / 106°F in June, against 39.0°C / 102°F in May and 41.4°C / 107°F in July (changes of 2.3°C and 0.1°C). Cairo moves from 31.9°C / 89°F to 34.6°C / 94°F to 34.8°C / 95°F over the same three months. Neighbouring guides: Egypt in May and Egypt in July.
Crowds and prices in June
June is outside the October–April window our USA packages recommend. Our best-time guide names December and January as the busiest months, so June is not a peak month at the big temple sites, while coastal resorts depend on local and school-holiday demand.
Holidays and events in June
- About June 6 – Islamic New Year (expected). The Islamic New Year 1449 is expected on Sunday, June 6, 2027; some calendars show June 7. Islamic dates depend on the moon sighting and can move by a day; Egypt’s Dar al-Ifta announces the official date.
- June 30 – national holiday. A fixed-date national public holiday (a Wednesday in 2027). In 2026 the holiday was moved from Tuesday to Thursday, July 2, so the 2027 day off may be moved too.
- Extreme daytime heat. Wikipedia says Aswan and Luxor can exceed 41°C in summer, which is why temple visits are best at the start of the day.
What to pack for Egypt in June
Pack loose, light-colored, breathable clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, high-SPF sunscreen and a refillable water bottle; swimwear for the coast. Dress modestly at mosques and in rural areas (UK FCDO advice). See what to pack for Egypt and what to wear in Egypt.
Best things to do in Egypt in June
- Early-morning Luxor. At a 41.3°C / 106°F average high, plan the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple for the first two hours.
- Air-conditioned museums. The Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza suits the hottest hours.
- Alexandria. Alexandria: 28.7°C / 84°F average high, 21.0°C / 70°F at night.
- The Red Sea. Hurghada (33.9°C / 93°F high) and Sharm El Sheikh (37.2°C / 99°F high) for a beach-focused trip.
Plan your June trip
Browse the Egypt tours in June page, or see the 11-day Egypt Travel Package for a route that ends on the Red Sea.
Before you book
Government travel advice for Egypt and the wider region has changed during 2026. Read the current status in our travel advisory guide and check your government’s live advisory before you pay for flights or tours.
Sources: monthly temperature averages from the WMO World Weather Information Service (data supplied by Egypt’s national meteorological service; averages, not forecasts) – worldweather.wmo.int; dress guidance – UK FCDO travel advice; Islamic New Year – Wikipedia: Islamic New Year; June 30 holiday – Egypt Independent on the 2026 June 30 holiday; climate – Wikipedia: Climate of Egypt. Checked October 5, 2026.
Image: Serhio Magpie, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.