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Egypt in August: Weather, Crowds & What's On
What August is actually like in Egypt — average highs and lows, how much rain to expect, public holidays that fill trains and hotels, and verified places to go.
- Average high
- 42°C
- Average low
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 1mm
Where this month sits in the year
The 1st warmest month of Egypt's year. The wettest month — 100% of the year's rain falls now.
Public holidays in August
Domestic travel peaks around these dates — book earlier and expect busier sights.
- August 14, 2027 المولد النبوي الشريف (تقديري) · Prophet's Birthday (estimated)
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Climate figures are 10-year averages for Abu Simbel, from NASA POWER; holidays from public calendars. Updated monthly.