Alexandria in November
Things to Do in Alexandria in November
November is one of the best months to visit Egypt. Here is your snapshot of the weather, the best destinations and our top tour picks for the month.
- Peak season — cool & dry
- Shoulder — warm & sunny
- Hot — Red Sea peak
- Very hot inland — Red Sea ideal
Best destinations in November
26°C / 25°C seaHurghada · November
Red Sea snorkeling, diving and desert safaris — sunshine all year.
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27°C / 26°C seaSharm El Sheikh · November
Ras Mohammed, Tiran Island, colored canyon — diving peaks April–November.
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22°C / inlandCairo · November
Pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Old Cairo — best in cool months.
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23°C / inlandLuxor · November
Karnak, Valley of the Kings and the Nile — open-air sights ideal under 30°C.
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28°C / 26°C seaMarsa Alam · November
Pristine southern Red Sea reefs, dolphins and remote desert beaches.
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24°C / inlandAswan · November
Philae Temple, Abu Simbel and a felucca on the Nile — winter is paradise.
Explore tours25°C / inlandAbu Simbel · November
Ramesses II's twin rock temples above Lake Nasser — Egypt's great southern wonder.
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26°C / 25°C seaDahab · November
Blue Hole, kitesurfing and Bedouin vibes — laid-back coast year-round.
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26°C / 25°C seaEl Gouna · November
Lagoon-side marinas, kitesurfing and upscale dining just 25 km north of Hurghada.
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22°C / inlandGiza · November
The Great Pyramids, the Sphinx and the Grand Egyptian Museum on Cairo's doorstep.
Explore tours17°C / inlandSaint Catherine · November
Sunrise hikes up Mount Sinai and the world's oldest working monastery, high in the mountains.
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26°C / 25°C seaMakadi Bay · November
Family beaches and Orange Bay snorkeling — warm sea most of the year.
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26°C / 25°C seaSoma Bay · November
Luxury peninsula resorts with golf, kitesurfing and calm house reefs.
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26°C / 25°C seaSahl Hasheesh · November
A gated bay of five-star resorts, a long sandy beach and a house reef minutes from shore.
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26°C / 25°C seaSafaga · November
Healing sands, kitesurfing and Cairo day-trips by road.
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Pyramids & temples
Cool months are kindest to outdoor archaeological sites.
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Desert safari
Quad bikes, jeeps and Bedouin camps — easier in mild months.
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Multi-day & Nile cruises
Nile cruises and combined Cairo-Luxor itineraries — best Oct–Apr.
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Activities & water sports
Parasailing, jet ski, glass-bottom boats — sunshine year-round.
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Boat & snorkeling
Calm seas and warm water — Red Sea snorkeling and reef trips.
Explore toursFrequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Alexandria in November?
In November the average air temperature is around 20°C and the sea is about 22°C. Expect roughly 7 hours of sunshine per day and very little rain.
Is November a busy time to visit Alexandria?
Crowds depend on the destination. Cairo and Luxor are busiest in cool months (Nov–Feb), while the Red Sea resorts stay popular all year.
What should I pack for Egypt in November?
Light cotton layers in cool months, plus a sweater for the desert evenings. In hot months, pack high-SPF sunscreen, a hat, and reef-safe sunblock for snorkeling.
Which destination is best in November?
In November the most-suited destinations are listed above with a 1–5 score. Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh work year-round; Cairo, Luxor and Aswan shine in the cool season.
Are tours cheaper in November?
High season (Christmas, New Year, Easter, Ramadan-adjacent) tends to be priciest. Shoulder months (Mar, May, Sep, Oct) often offer the best price-to-weather ratio.
Things to Do in Alexandria in November
November is one of the best months to visit Egypt. Here is your snapshot of the weather, the best destinations and our top tour picks for the month.