El Tor Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore El Tor’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Egypt.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The climate in El Tor is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 35°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 20°C during cooler months like January. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around 13°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in El Tor by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 3.7 mm of rainfall spread over roughly a single day.
Annual Temperatures in Egypt Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Egypt. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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El Tor Temperatures Compared World Wide
El Tor’s average annual maximum temperature is 28°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Boston, USA, experiences seasonal shifts similar to New York, with an average annual temperature of 16°C.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In El Tor, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 53% humidity, which is considered moderate. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 20°C. In the warmest month, August, the humidity is 63% combined with an average maximum temperature of 35°C, which creates a high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about El Tor’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our El Tor climate page.
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