🇪🇬 Aswan vs Lagos 🇳🇬

Aswan, Egypt vs Lagos, Nigeria — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Aswan is the warmer of the two — about 4 degrees warmer on average across the year. Aswan is drier, with roughly 312 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇪🇬 Aswan🇳🇬 Lagos
Avg annual high34°C30°C
Hottest monthAugust (42°C)February (32°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (9°C low)August (24°C low)
Rainy days / year1313
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitJanuary, February, DecemberJanuary, August, December

🇪🇬 Aswan

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in August (42°C), coldest lows in January (9°C).

🇳🇬 Lagos

Best around January, August, December. Hottest in February (32°C), coldest lows in August (24°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Aswan or Lagos warmer?

Aswan is warmer overall, averaging about 4 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Aswan or Lagos?

Lagos is rainier — Aswan sees about 312 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Aswan vs Lagos?

Aswan is best around January, February, December; Lagos is best around January, August, December.

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