City, Egypt
Aswan weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Aswan
Nov–Feb is warm by day and cool at night, and busiest. Mar is pleasant; Apr–Oct is extremely hot, often above 40°C.
Aswan weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan24°0 mm
- Feb28°0 mm
- Mar32°0 mm
- Apr37°0 mm
- May41°0 mm
- Jun43°0 mm
- Jul43°0 mm
- Aug44°0 mm
- Sep42°0 mm
- Oct38°0 mm
- Nov31°0 mm
- Dec26°0 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C76°F | 8°C46°F | 0 mm | 42% | Pleasant |
| February | 28°C82°F | 10°C50°F | 0 mm | 33% | Pleasant |
| March | 32°C90°F | 14°C57°F | 0 mm | 23% | Pleasant |
| April | 37°C99°F | 18°C65°F | 0 mm | 18% | Very hot |
| May | 41°C106°F | 23°C74°F | 0 mm | 15% | Very hot |
| June | 43°C110°F | 25°C78°F | 0 mm | 15% | Very hot |
| July | 43°C110°F | 27°C80°F | 0 mm | 17% | Very hot |
| August | 44°C111°F | 27°C80°F | 0 mm | 18% | Very hot |
| September | 42°C107°F | 24°C76°F | 0 mm | 20% | Very hot |
| October | 38°C100°F | 21°C70°F | 0 mm | 26% | Very hot |
| November | 31°C87°F | 15°C59°F | 0 mm | 37% | Pleasant |
| December | 26°C78°F | 10°C50°F | 0 mm | 44% | Pleasant |
Best months across Egypt
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Cairo | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (39°C) |
| Luxor | Nov–Mar | Aug (42°C) |
| Hurghada | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (35°C) |
| Sharm El Sheikh | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (39°C) |
| Aswan | Nov–Mar | Aug (44°C) |
| Dahab | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (42°C) |
| Alexandria | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (34°C) |
| Giza | Feb–Mar, Oct–Dec | Jul (39°C) |
| Marsa Alam | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| El Gouna | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (35°C) |
| Siwa Oasis | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (38°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Aswan?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Feb is warm by day and cool at night, and busiest. Mar is pleasant; Apr–Oct is extremely hot, often above 40°C.
When is the rainy season in Aswan?
Rain peaks in January with about 0 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Aswan?
August, with average highs of 44°C (111°F).
How cold does Aswan get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 8°C (46°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities
- EgyptAir
- UK FCDO travel advice: Egypt
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.