January Rainfall and Precipitation in Egypt
Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Egypt in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Egypt precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Egypt receive in January?
Hurghada stays mostly dry in January, with average rainfall close to 2 mm (0.1 in).
How many days does it rain in Egypt in January?
On average, Hurghada has about 0 days days of rain in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Egypt?
January is generally a drier month for Egypt, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in January in Egypt?
Looking at our data, Ras El Bar tops the wettest-cities list in Egypt for January, with monthly rainfall averaging 41 mm (1.6 in).
What is the driest city in January in Egypt?
The driest place is Abu Simbel with an average rainfall of 0.1 mm (0 in) according to our data.
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