Temperatures begin to ease slightly from the summer peak, though it remains hot in many regions; evenings cool more noticeably. Tourist numbers begin to pick up again as conditions improve.
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Average daily low and high (°C) and monthly rainfall. The badge shows how it feels, allowing for humidity.
Average temperature across Egypt in September.
Alexandria, Rosetta, North Coast
September brings relief: temperatures drop into the low to mid-20s and the sea is at its warmest after summer, great for swimming and late-season boat trips. Weekday crowds taper off and you’ll find easier access to coastal ruins and Delta villages. Weather can still be hazy in the mornings, but afternoons are usually clear and comfortable for exploring markets and lighthouses.
Cairo, Giza, Rosetta, Mansoura
September brings easing temperatures and clearer skies; highs fall into the high 20s and the city starts to feel comfortable again for walking tours. The return of students and the end of holiday season increases domestic traffic, but tourist crowds are still moderate compared with winter. Early autumn is a fine time for Nile felucca trips when the winds are gentle and humidity is gone.
Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Edfu
September brings steady cooling into the low 30s with clearer air and more comfortable nights; river cruising resumes its full-season schedule and riverside cafés return to lively operation. Festivals linked to the Nile and local culture pick up, and early autumn is a pleasant time for archaeological tours without the winter crowds. Still, sun protection remains necessary during the day.
Hurghada, El Gouna, Safaga, Marsa Alam, Sharm el-Sheikh
September signals the beginning of cooling and excellent underwater visibility returns after the hottest months; daytime temperatures retreat into the high 20s to low 30s, ideal for extended sea activities. The shoulder season reduces crowds and charter prices drop, making this an attractive time for affordable liveaboard voyages. Afternoon breezes are refreshing and evenings become more comfortable for seaside dining.
Mount Sinai, St. Catherine Monastery, Dahab to Nuweiba
September cools gradually and becomes enjoyable for both diving and desert treks; daytime temperatures drop into the high 20s and nights cool attractively on the plateaus. The end of the summer season brings fewer crowds and comfortable conditions for combining a Sinai beach stay with a Mount Sinai climb. Off-season sea temperatures remain pleasant for snorkeling.
Siwa, Bahariya, Farafra, White Desert, Kharga
September brings welcome cooling into the high 20s by day and more comfortable nights, making it ideal for extended desert tours and overnight camps that are less punishing than summer. Dust is less frequent and the light at sunrise becomes excellent for photographing the White Desert’s formations. Local guides return to fuller schedules as the season improves.
The second annual Sun Festival at Abu Simbel occurs in October, with related events in autumn.
See how September compares with the rest of the year, then read the full guide.