Aswān, Egypt experiences average highs of 34°C (93°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 0 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Aswān, Egypt Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Aswān, Egypt. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.8/10
Best: March, April, November, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 34°C / 20°C
Feels Like 32°C / 17°C
Rainy Days 0
Rainfall 0 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 26%
Wind Speed 20 km/h
Dew Point 5°C
Hottest Month
42°C
August
Avg Low28°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
9°C
January
Avg High23°C
Rain0days
Driest Month
0days
January
Avg High23°C
Avg Low9°C
Windiest Month
22 km/h
June (Gusts 37)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding July, August due to extreme heat.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:02
Daylight 13.6h
Sunset 19:39
Live conditions—
Aswān on the map · live conditions
Aswān, Egypt
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Egypt
- City
- Aswān
- Population
- 379.8K
- Coordinates
- 24.09°, 32.90°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 35°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 0 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 42°C
Avg Low 27°C
Rain 0 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 36°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 0 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 10°C
Rain 0 days/mo
1/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 23°C / 9°C . Feb: 25°C / 11°C . Mar: 31°C / 15°C . Apr: 36°C / 19°C . May: 40°C / 24°C . Jun: 42°C / 27°C . Jul: 42°C / 27°C . Aug: 42°C / 28°C . Sep: 40°C / 26°C . Oct: 36°C / 22°C . Nov: 30°C / 16°C . Dec: 25°C / 12°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 0 mm. Feb: 0 mm. Mar: 0 mm. Apr: 0 mm. May: 0 mm. Jun: 0 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 0 mm. Sep: 0 mm. Oct: 0 mm. Nov: 0 mm. Dec: 0 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 40%. Feb: 33%. Mar: 24%. Apr: 18%. May: 16%. Jun: 16%. Jul: 18%. Aug: 21%. Sep: 23%. Oct: 27%. Nov: 37%. Dec: 43%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 19 km/h . Feb: 20 km/h . Mar: 22 km/h . Apr: 22 km/h . May: 22 km/h . Jun: 22 km/h . Jul: 21 km/h . Aug: 21 km/h . Sep: 21 km/h . Oct: 20 km/h . Nov: 18 km/h . Dec: 18 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 12h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 5. Feb: UV 6. Mar: UV 7. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 5. Dec: UV 5.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Aug 2025 · 42°C | Aug · 42°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 11°C | Jan · 9°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 1 mm | Jan · 0 mm |
| Windiest month | Apr 2025 · 24 km/h | Jun · 22 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Excellent March best
Excellent April best
Excellent May
Good June
Fair July
Fair August
Fair September
Fair October
Good November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C / 9°C | 19°C / 6°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 9.9h Good | 40% Comfortable | 5.1 High | Good | View Details |
| February | 25°C / 11°C | 22°C / 7°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.1h Excellent | 33% Comfortable | 6.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 31°C / 15°C | 27°C / 11°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.1h Excellent | 24% Comfortable | 7.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 36°C / 19°C | 33°C / 16°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.7h Excellent | 18% Comfortable | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May | 40°C / 24°C | 37°C / 21°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.3h Excellent | 16% Comfortable | 8.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June | 42°C / 27°C | 40°C / 24°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.4h Excellent | 16% Comfortable | 8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| July | 42°C / 27°C | 40°C / 25°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.1h Excellent | 18% Comfortable | 8.1 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 42°C / 28°C | 40°C / 26°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.9h Excellent | 21% Comfortable | 8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| September | 40°C / 26°C | 38°C / 24°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.2h Excellent | 23% Comfortable | 7.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| October | 36°C / 22°C | 35°C / 20°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 27% Comfortable | 6.6 High | Good | View Details |
| November best | 30°C / 16°C | 28°C / 14°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.1h Excellent | 37% Comfortable | 5.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 25°C / 12°C | 22°C / 9°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 9.6h Good | 43% Moderate | 4.8 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Aswān are March, April, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Aswān, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Aswān is August, with average daytime highs of 42°C (108°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Aswān is January, with average overnight lows of 9°C (48°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Aswān is January, averaging 0mm of precipitation across 0 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Aswān receives approximately 133 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Aswān.
The least favorable months to visit Aswān are July, August, primarily due to extreme heat. For the best conditions, consider March, April, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Aswān is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Aswān is 26%, classified as dry. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Aswān are 20 km/h (12 mph). The windiest month is June with peak winds reaching 22 km/h (14 mph) (gusts up to 37 km/h / 23 mph).
Aswān averages 24 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 12%. The clearest skies occur in September.
The annual average dew point in Aswān is 5°C (41°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Aswān has a Hot Desert climate, classified as BWh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Aswān ranges from 17°C (63°F) to 32°C (90°F) on average. Wind chill makes winters feel noticeably colder than the actual temperature — layered clothing is recommended.
June is not the best time to visit Aswān, with a climate score of 6.1/10. Consider visiting during March, April, November, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Aswān, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 42°C (107°F) and 0 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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