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Luxor · Egypt
Luxor is a large city in Luxor, Egypt with a population of 422,407. Elevation: 292 ft (89 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
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About Luxor
Luxor is a city in Upper Egypt. Luxor had a population of 284,952 in 2023, with an area of 43.0 km2 (16.6 sq mi) and is the capital of the Luxor Governorate. Nicknamed the City of a Hundred Gates or the City of the Sun and formerly known as Thebes, Luxor was one of the capitals of Ancient Egypt. The city is among the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world.
People
Climate
| Population | 422,407 |
| Population Density | 2,630 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 292 ft (89 m) |
| Coordinates | 25.6989°, 32.6421° |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
| Country | 🇪🇬 Egypt |
| State / Province | Luxor |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 90°F (32°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.0 inches (0 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Luxor
Luxor is a large city in Egypt (Luxor) with a population of 422,407. The city sits at an elevation of 292 feet (89 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 90°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Cairo.
Climate in Luxor
Luxor has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 8 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.9°F |
| 41% above Egypt avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 90°F (32°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 292 ft (89 m) |
| Area | 160.6 sq mi (416.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,630/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 25.6989°N, 32.6421°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Wettest, Driest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 89°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 90°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 90°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 0.0 in |
Luxor has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 57°F in January to 90°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 0.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Luxor
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxor primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Luxor millatary secondary school | — | — | — | — |
| El Shohada School | — | — | — | — |
| Hebet El Nil | — | — | — | — |
| Luxor mechanical and technical school | — | — | — | — |
| Luxor primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Luxor millatary secondary school | — | — | — | — |
| El Shohada School | — | — | — | — |
| Hebet El Nil | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Luxor
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Luxor
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art from People to People Foundation | ||||
| Luxor Museum | ||||
| Luxor Museum | ||||
| Madinet Habu | ||||
| Madinet Habu | ||||
| Mummification Museum | ||||
| Nut Art Store & Kaffee | ||||
| Nut Art Store & Kaffee | ||||
| Open-Air Museum | ||||
| Open-Air Museum |
Libraries in Luxor
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Misr Public Library at Luxor | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Luxor
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fruit & Vegetable Market | |||||
| Fruit & Vegetable Market | |||||
| Local market | |||||
| Local market | |||||
| Shopping Center | |||||
| Touist Market | |||||
| Touist Market |
Hotels in Luxor
65 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Luxor
73 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Luxor
20 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Luxor
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Luxor
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Luxor
9 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Luxor
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Luxor
19 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Luxor
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Luxor
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Luxor
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Luxor International Airport | LXR | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Luxor
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Luxor Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Luxor
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| rehabilitation center |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Luxor
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abu Ayad Mosque | |
| Ahmed Negm Mosque | |
| Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary | |
| Church of Archangel Michael | |
| Dayr al Anba Bakhum | |
| El Hag Mansour Mosque | |
| El Salam Mosque | |
| El Sayeda A'esha Mosque | |
| Elsaid Youssef Elhagagy | |
| Hassan Fathy Mosque | |
| LX_NW_P002_MOSQUE001 | |
| LX_NW_P002_MOSQUE002 | |
| Roman Catholic Church | |
| Sidi Abou Al Hagag Al Aqsry Mosque | |
| Young Muslims Mosque | |
| كنيسة الاخوة الاقصر |
Quick Facts
Around Luxor
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Luxor
74 places within 15 km
- • al-Asāsīf
- • Alabaster Chapel of Thutmosis III
- • Aten
- • Birket Habu
- • Chapel of Nebneteru
- + 36 more
- • Alabaster Chapel of Hachepsut
- • Botanical Gardens of Thutmose III
- • Chapel of Kamutef
- • Chapel of Osiris Heqadjet
- • Chapel of Osiris Neb ankh
- + 28 more
🇪🇬 About Egypt
Public Holidays in Egypt
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Luxor
What is the population of Luxor?
Luxor has a population of 422,407 residents and is located in Egypt. The population density is 2,630 people per square mile, spread across 160.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Luxor?
Luxor has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 90°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.0 inches.