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The best time to visit Aswan is October to April, with warm days and cool nights. December to February is the most comfortable and busiest. Summer is extremely hot, so go early or choose another season.
The best time to visit Aswan is October to April, with warm days and cool nights. December to February is the most comfortable and busiest. Summer is extremely hot, so go early or choose another season.
Aswan is one of the hottest places in Egypt. October to April gives pleasant sightseeing weather; December and January are the coolest months, while May to September are very hot. Plan outdoor sights for the morning in any season.
Days are warm and sunny and nights are cool, so bring a light jacket for evenings and early mornings. This is the busiest season, so book Abu Simbel, hotels and cruises early. The sun alignment at Abu Simbel takes place around 22 February; see our Abu Simbel Sun Festival guide.
March and April are still comfortable, but temperatures rise quickly and May can be very hot. Sightsee early and rest in the afternoon.
September is still hot, but October and November are pleasant and quieter than winter. The second Abu Simbel sun alignment is around 22 October. Check the sun festival guide.
Summer is extremely hot, with daytime temperatures often above 40 C. Visit early morning or late afternoon, drink plenty of water and plan indoor breaks. Prices are lower and crowds are small.
Go between October and April, with December to February for the best weather. If you must visit in summer, start at dawn and plan around the heat.
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