What to expect in Luxor in January
January is one of the best times to visit Luxor. Expect 23° / 6°, manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Luxor weather in January
Typical conditions in Luxor during January, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 23°C 73°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 6°C 43°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 0/100 |
| Total rainfall | 2 mm0.06 in |
| Rainy days | 0 |
| Daylight | 10 h 43 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 23°C with lows near 6°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Luxor — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Light layers for 23°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 6°C. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in January sit around the yearly average for Luxor — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 5% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Luxor Marathon while you’re there.
- Luxor Marathon — Runners race past Karnak and Luxor Temple on a desert course along the Nile each January.
Luxor in January compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 29° / 13° | Moderate | $$ | 63 |
| December | 24° / 8° | Moderate | $$ | 66 |
| January · This month | 23° / 6° | Moderate | $$ | 66 |
| February | 25° / 8° | High | $$ | 64 |
| March | 30° / 12° | Moderate | $$ | 64 |
These months score higher for Luxor on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in January
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in January.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
