June is hot and quiet inland and busy on the Red Sea coast: a good month for beach holidays, a hard one for long temple days.
Weather in June
| Cairo | Luxor | Hurghada (Red Sea) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 35°C | 42°C | 36°C |
| Average low | 21°C | 24°C | 26°C |
| Sea temperature | – | – | 26°C |
Approximate long-term averages in °C. Aswan is a degree or two warmer than Luxor.
Luxor and Aswan reach about 42°C and Cairo 35°C. The Red Sea is warm, about 26°C, and the coast catches a breeze. The heat is dry, which is easier than humidity, but midday sightseeing in the south is not comfortable.
Crowds and prices
Low inland, high on the coast. Temples and museums are at their quietest and city prices are lower. Red Sea resorts and the Mediterranean coast fill with summer visitors, so book beach hotels early.
What is on in June
- Egyptian school summer holidays begin, so Alexandria and the north coast get busy.
Trips that suit June
- Sharm El Sheikh day tours: warm sea and reefs.
- Hurghada day tours: boat trips and snorkelling.
- Dahab day tours: the Blue Hole and desert trips.
- Cairo day tours: the museums are air-conditioned.
What to pack
Loose light clothing that covers your shoulders and knees, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and swimwear for the coast.
June questions
Is it too hot to visit Egypt in June?
In Upper Egypt, yes for midday sightseeing. Cairo is hot but manageable and the coasts are a good choice. If you go inland, plan dawn starts and indoor visits, such as museums, at noon.
Are the sites crowded in June?
No. June is one of the quietest months at the temples and museums.
Should I do a Nile cruise in June?
Many cruises still sail and the boats are air-conditioned, but the visits ashore are in strong heat. Ask us which sailings and excursion times suit the month.
Planning a trip for June? Tell us your dates and what you want to see and we will plan it around the month. Plan my trip