Aswan Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Egypt. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Aswan experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rainfall, generally receiving 2 mm (0.1 in) annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Year-round, Aswan has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, January, with 0.5 mm (0.02 in), and the driest month, June, with 0 mm (0 in), is minimal.
January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). The city receives 298 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 42°C (108°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Aswan Temperature page.
Explore Aswan's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Aswan spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Egypt: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Egypt. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Aswan vs World: Rainfall Compared
Aswan's average annual precipitation is 2 mm (0.1 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Aswan:
- Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
- Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Aswan's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Aswan Climate page.
