Siwa, Egypt - Weather and Climate
The climate in Siwa, Matruh , Egypt, is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from very hot during the warmest months
to pleasant in the cooler months.
The area is known for its low rainfall.
Let’s explore the climate details to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Siwa, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 38°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 20°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 7°C during these months.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Siwa sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 13 mm of rainfall per year. Year-round, Siwa has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, February, with 3.7 mm, and the driest month, July, 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 Siwa varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 12.1 hours of daily sun in August, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in January, with about 7.7 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 moderate throughout the year in Siwa.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 59%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 33%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s and 3 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in June, July, August, September, October, November and December and highest during January, February, March, April and May.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Forecast for Siwa
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Siwa in Egypt
During the months of February, March, November 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:
July has an average maximum temperature of 38°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 20°C.
February tops the wettest month list with 4 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
August is the sunniest month with an average of 363 hours of sunshine.
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