Weather
Average highs sit around 30°C with lows near 18°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Cairo — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
Prices run mid-range this month: prices close to the yearly average.
Events & what’s on
Look out for Abu Simbel Sun Festival while you’re there.
- Abu Simbel Sun Festival — Sunlight aligns to illuminate the inner sanctuary's statues at dawn.
The verdict
October is a strong choice for Cairo: 30° / 18°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated July 2026
