Minya Governorate Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Minya Governorate, Egypt in January.

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Planning a journey to Minya Governorate, Egypt this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Minya Governorate in January

Minya Governorate, Egypt is a region in Egypt. January in Minya Governorate generally has pleasant temperatures, with almost no precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Minya. While January might be the chilliest month, Minya Governorate, Egypt offers areas with temperate climates year-round, ensuring visitors always have a delightful experience.

To explore the conditions in Minya Governorate, Egypt in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

January is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 1.5 mm (0.1 in) in Minya.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Minya sees close to 254 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Minya Governorate in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Minya Governorate.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Minya Governorate

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Minya Governorate, Egypt?

Minya

In January Minya generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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23°C (73°F)
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Monthly sun hours
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Monthly rainfall
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Minya Governorate, in Egypt.

In our records: Egypt January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Egypt in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Egypt dropped to -4°C (25°F) in El Tor on January 14, 2008.

Minya Governorate weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Minya Governorate, Egypt in January?

In January, Minya Governorate, Egypt generally has perfect weather conditions. Minya sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Minya Governorate, Egypt in January?

Daytime temperatures in Minya peak at roughly 21°C (70°F) in January, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

Does Minya Governorate, Egypt get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Minya Governorate, Egypt. Minya averages only about 1.5 mm (0.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Minya Governorate, Egypt?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Minya Governorate, Egypt. Typically, the climate in Minya is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, November and December provide perfect weather in Minya. The weather in May, June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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