Minya Governorate Weather in May

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

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Planning a journey to Minya Governorate, Egypt this May 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 May

Minya Governorate, Egypt is a region in Egypt. May in Minya Governorate generally has very hot temperatures, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very hot maximum daytime temperatures of around 36°C (97°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Minya. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Minya Governorate, Egypt, check out the map below.

Precipitation

May is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.2 mm (0.01 in) in Minya.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Minya enjoys about 342 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Minya Governorate by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Minya Governorate — and find the best time to visit. (based on Minya)

January21°C (70°F) February23°C (73°F) March27°C (81°F) April31°C (88°F) May36°C (97°F) This monthJune38°C (100°F) July39°C (102°F) August38°C (100°F) September37°C (99°F) October33°C (91°F) November27°C (81°F) December23°C (73°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Minya Governorate in May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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 May for the most popular destinonation in Minya Governorate, Egypt?

Minya

In May Minya generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

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31°C (88°F)
36°C (97°F)
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Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
306 hours
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Monthly rainfall
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Minya Governorate, in Egypt.

Minya Governorate weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Minya Governorate, Egypt brings poor weather. In Minya, daytime temperatures are typically around 36°C (97°F) and nighttime lows hover near 21°C (70°F).

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

Average temperatures in Minya Governorate, Egypt during May range from a nighttime low near 21°C (70°F) to a daytime high around 36°C (97°F) in Minya.

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

May is on the drier side in Minya Governorate, Egypt. Minya averages only about 0.2 mm (0.01 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Minya Governorate, Egypt due to the typically unpleasant weather in Minya.

On average, the best time to visit Minya Governorate, Egypt is in January, February, March, November and December with generally perfect weather in Minya. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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