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May is a good month in Assiut

Climate Overview

Assiut, Egypt in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 36.7°C (98°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day. Rain is rare, falling on about 0 days this month. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the end of Spring. Temperatures are at their seasonal peak.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 36°C (97°F).

The warmest days tend to fall around the 17th, averaging 38.3°C (101°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 4°C warmer with 0 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
37°C / 21°C
Feels Like
35°C / 19°C
Rain
0 days · 0 mm
Sunshine
12.2h / day
Humidity
23% — Very Dry
Wind
20 km/h
Wind Direction
NNW (343°)
Gusts
38 km/h
Daylight
13.5 h
Cloud Cover
12%
Clear Sky Days
23.8
UV Index
7.2 — Very High
Dew Point
6°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

0h 4h 8h 12h 16h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:09
Daylight 13.5h
Sunset 19:37

What to Expect

With midday temperatures reaching 37°C (98°F), schedule outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Good
Temp
20°C / 7°C
Feels Like
17°C / 5°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
51% Moderate
UV
4 Moderate
February
Good
Temp
22°C / 8°C
Feels Like
19°C / 6°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
45% Moderate
UV
4.9 Moderate
March best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 12°C
Feels Like
24°C / 9°C
Rain
0days (1 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.9h Excellent
Humidity
34% Comfortable
UV
6.1 High
April best
Excellent
Temp
33°C / 16°C
Feels Like
30°C / 14°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
11.7h Excellent
Humidity
27% Comfortable
UV
6.8 High
May
Good
Temp
37°C / 21°C
Feels Like
35°C / 19°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
12.2h Excellent
Humidity
23% Comfortable
UV
7.2 Very High
June
Good
Temp
39°C / 24°C
Feels Like
37°C / 23°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
12.6h Excellent
Humidity
25% Comfortable
UV
7.2 Very High
July
Fair
Temp
40°C / 25°C
Feels Like
39°C / 25°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
12.3h Excellent
Humidity
27% Comfortable
UV
7.2 Very High
August
Fair
Temp
39°C / 25°C
Feels Like
38°C / 25°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
12h Excellent
Humidity
29% Comfortable
UV
7.1 Very High
September
Good
Temp
37°C / 23°C
Feels Like
36°C / 23°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
11.4h Excellent
Humidity
35% Comfortable
UV
6.5 High
October best
Excellent
Temp
33°C / 19°C
Feels Like
31°C / 19°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
41% Moderate
UV
5.5 High
November best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 14°C
Feels Like
25°C / 13°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.8h Good
Humidity
47% Moderate
UV
4.3 Moderate
December
Good
Temp
22°C / 10°C
Feels Like
19°C / 7°C
Rain
0days (1 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.5h Good
Humidity
53% Moderate
UV
3.7 Moderate
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 20°C / 7°C 17°C / 5°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 9.6h Good 51% Moderate 4 Moderate Good View Details
February 22°C / 8°C 19°C / 6°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 10.1h Excellent 45% Moderate 4.9 Moderate Good View Details
March best 27°C / 12°C 24°C / 9°C 0days (1 mm) Excellent 10.9h Excellent 34% Comfortable 6.1 High Excellent View Details
April best 33°C / 16°C 30°C / 14°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 11.7h Excellent 27% Comfortable 6.8 High Excellent View Details
May 37°C / 21°C 35°C / 19°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 12.2h Excellent 23% Comfortable 7.2 Very High Good View Details
June 39°C / 24°C 37°C / 23°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 12.6h Excellent 25% Comfortable 7.2 Very High Good View Details
July 40°C / 25°C 39°C / 25°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 12.3h Excellent 27% Comfortable 7.2 Very High Fair View Details
August 39°C / 25°C 38°C / 25°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 12h Excellent 29% Comfortable 7.1 Very High Fair View Details
September 37°C / 23°C 36°C / 23°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 11.4h Excellent 35% Comfortable 6.5 High Good View Details
October best 33°C / 19°C 31°C / 19°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 10.6h Excellent 41% Moderate 5.5 High Excellent View Details
November best 27°C / 14°C 25°C / 13°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 9.8h Good 47% Moderate 4.3 Moderate Excellent View Details
December 22°C / 10°C 19°C / 7°C 0days (1 mm) Excellent 9.5h Good 53% Moderate 3.7 Moderate Good View Details

What to Wear

Light, breathable fabrics like cotton and linen are essential. Opt for loose-fitting clothing in light colors to stay cool.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

Packing List

Breathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglassesSandals

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically good for visiting Assiut, with average highs of 37°C (98°F) and around 0 rainy days. Assiut, Egypt in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 36.7°C (98°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day. R
Assiut typically sees around 0 rainy days in May with 0 mm (0 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Nights stay pleasantly warm in Assiut during May, around 21°C (69°F). Light evening wear is sufficient.
With highs of 37°C (98°F) and lows of 21°C (69°F) in May, we recommend: Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Assiut. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Assiut during May is 7 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Assiut gets approximately 14 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 12 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Assiut during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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