Aswan city is one of the most beautiful Egyptian cities that bears the fragrance of history and embraces many tourist attractions that capture the hearts of visitors. Tourism in Aswan varies between historical and archaeological monuments, and between beautiful nature and the Nubian village. The city is located on the eastern bank of the Nile River in southern Egypt and is characterized by containing a large number of antiquities and prominent cultural landmarks. Let’s get to know about the weather in Aswan below.
Weather in Aswan
Temperature in Aswan
About half of the year in Aswan is hot and humid but regarding the rest of the year, the weather in Aswan is nice with a very low chance for precipitation throughout the whole year. The hottest months of the year in Aswan are August, July, and June. As wise advice, you should avoid those months since you won’t be able to have tours during the daytime, read more about the best time to visit Aswan. However, hotels & Nile Cruises offer really interesting rates during that season due to slow tourism and you can get a truly special price in such a season especially if you can deal with hot weather.
Precipitation (Rain or Snow) In Aswan
If you are looking for visiting Aswan during its dry season, you can arrange your tour to be at any time in February, June, or July when you will have the lowest chance to witness significant Precipitation. It seldom rains at the beginning of January but you can see rain in the early of March. You should also know that weather stations report no annual snow in Aswan.
Humidity and Wind In Aswan
There are no specific months in Aswan that represent humid weather although there are some months that represent extreme dry months. May is the last month that shows humid with a percentage of 9% but regarding the most humid weather, you will find December with a percentage of 28.1%. When it comes to wind, it is usually moderate in Aswan; the windiest months are June, August, and July. June is the windiest month with an average wind speed of 7.6 knots.
The Busiest and Least Crowded Months To Visit Aswan
January represents the busiest month in Aswan followed by November & December. The prices of the hotels, Nile Cruises, Tours, and domestic flights in Aswan as the most expensive during those months and if you would like to get the best price, you should purchase your bookings in advance and you can simply do that through contacting us and we will be the ones responsible for all of your bookings with the most affordable tour price.
Enjoy Various Tours from Aswan
Tourism in Aswan is not only ancient monuments, but there are many important Aswan landmarks, and the bright sun of Aswan is considered the most important landmark of this charming city. Check now the best Aswan day tours & explore the majestic attractions built by ancient Egyptians.
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FAQ
What Should I Wear While Being in Egypt?
You should wear whatever you want. It is advised to wear something light from cotton or linen, comfortable and put on sunblock during your time in Egypt in the summer and wear comfortable footwear like a closed-toe shoe to sustain the sandy terrain.
What to Pack for Your Egypt Tour?
You should bring a brimmed hat and sunglasses if you not used to the Egyptian sun &pack everything you could ever need and put in a small bag so you could move easily between your destinations.
Are All Nile Cruises Available at Any Time?
Yes, it is available all years. as the Nile from Aswan to Luxor takes three to four days of sailing on Monday, Wednesday and Friday for the total cost of 600$ and the Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan take four to five days in Saturday, Monday and Thursday for the coast of 650$.
Why book Trips in Egypt?
We have experience in vacation planning for more than 10 years & our staff consists of the most professional operators, guides and drivers who dedicate all of their time & effort create the perfect vacation. All of our tours are customized by Travel, Financial & Time advisors to fit your every possible need during your time in egypt. we always keep in mind that your safety & comfort are our main priority until you return home.
Is it safe to travel to Egypt?
Yes, it is absolutely safe to travel to egypt, You will feel secure in Egypt as the current atmosphere of the country is very peaceful after the government took powerful measures like restructuring the entire tourist police to include all the important and tourist attractions in Egypt and construct an entire environment dedicated for ensuring the lives of all tourists.
What are Egypt's Visa Requirements?
They are very simples, If you want to apply for a Visa On Arrival that lasts for 30 days then you should be one of the eligible countries(check the link), have a valid passport with at least 6 months remaining and pay 25$ USD entry fee in cash. As for the E-Visa for 30 days, you should have a valid passport for at least 8 months, complete the online application, pay the e-visa fee then print the e-visa to later be presented to the airport border guard. You could be one of the countries eligible for a free visa for 90 days.
What is the Weather is Like?
The temperature of Egypt ranges from 37c to 14 c, Summer in Egypt is somehow hot and winter is cool and mild but sometimes it becomes cold at night. The average of low temperatures vary from 9.5 ¡ÆC in the wintertime to 23 ¡ÆC in the summertime and average high temperatures vary from 17 ¡ÆC in the wintertime to 32 ¡ÆC in the summertime while the temperature is moderate all along the coasts.
What is the Best Time of Visit Egypt?
It is known the best time to travel to Egypt is in the winter from September to April as the climate becomes a bit tropical, a warm atmosphere with a winter breeze. You will also be notified a week before your trip if the weather is unsafe or if any changes have been made.
Should I Give Tips in Egypt?
It is totally up to you, but if you choose to you can tip the servers at your restaurant 5-10% by handing it to them directly and 5 Egyptian Pounds as a general tip of anyone.
Can I Enter the Pyramids?
Yes, you can enter the pyramids for the small fee of 20$.
How to Enjoy Egypt During Ramadan?
Ramadan is a special time of year for Muslims that should be celebrated by non-Muslims and feel the essence of the Islamic culture. You can fast with the Muslim or just observe but you are always welcome to join the celebrations and festivals.
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