Aswan Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Aswan is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from very hot during the warmest months
to warm in the cooler months.
The area is known for its low rainfall.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Aswan, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 42°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 24°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 11°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Aswan sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 2 mm of rainfall per year. Year-round, Aswan has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, January, with 0.5 mm, and the driest month, June, with 0 mm, is minimal.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
While the amount of sunshine in Aswan varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 12.5 hours of daily sun in July, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in February, with about 9.4 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Aswan.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 42%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 16%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 4 m/s to 5 m/s. It is lower in January, February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and higher in March.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
clear and no rain partly cloudy and no rain partly cloudy and no rainForecast for Aswan
5 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Aswan in Egypt
During the months of January and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 42°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 24°C.
January tops the wettest month list with 1 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 375 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
