Weather in Aswan
What's the weather like in Aswan?
Aswan has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 23°C (73°F) in January to 41°C (106°F) in July, with overnight lows around 9°C (48°F) and 27°C (81°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Aswan are January through February, and December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇪🇬 Egypt
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Cairo
- Coordinates
- 24.089, 32.900
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C / 73°F | 9°C / 48°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| February | 26°C / 78°F | 11°C / 52°F | 0 mm | 1 | — |
| March | 30°C / 87°F | 15°C / 59°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| April | 35°C / 96°F | 20°C / 67°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| May | 39°C / 103°F | 25°C / 76°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| June | 41°C / 106°F | 27°C / 80°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| July | 41°C / 106°F | 27°C / 81°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| August | 42°C / 107°F | 28°C / 82°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| September | 40°C / 104°F | 26°C / 78°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| October | 36°C / 97°F | 22°C / 71°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| November | 29°C / 85°F | 16°C / 60°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| December | 25°C / 76°F | 11°C / 52°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
Aswan by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Aswan?
The most comfortable months in Aswan are usually January, February, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Aswan?
August is typically the hottest month in Aswan, averaging a high of 42°C (107°F).
What is the coldest month in Aswan?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 9°C (48°F).
Does it snow in Aswan?
Snow is rare in Aswan; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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