October–April: The Golden Window
Daytime Cairo sits around 20–27°C, perfect for pyramids and walking. Christmas and New Year bring peak crowds and peak prices — book far ahead.
May–September: Cruise Season Strategy
Luxor and Aswan exceed 40°C, but sites empty out and hotel rates halve. Start sightseeing at dawn, swim at noon, and everything works.
Ramadan Considerations
Daytime hours run quieter and some cafes close, but the nights turn festive — itineraries still run fully with adjusted lunch stops.
