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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Nile River Cruises for your holiday.
Climate Overview
5 °C to 41 °CAverage Annual Temperature is between 24.4 °C (Luxor) and 25.9 °C (Aswan)
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Best Time to Visit Nile River Cruises: Overview
JanuaryJan Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Assuan Luxor | FebruaryFeb Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Assuan Luxor | MarchMar Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Assuan Luxor | AprilApr Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Assuan Luxor | MayMay Very hot (average up to 31 °C) | JuneJun Very hot (average up to 33 °C) |
JulyJul Very hot (average up to 34 °C) | AugustAug Very hot (average up to 33 °C) | SeptemberSep Very hot (average up to 31 °C) | OctoberOct Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Assuan Luxor | NovemberNov Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Assuan Luxor | DecemberDec Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Assuan Luxor |
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (Nile River Cruises) in the following overview.| Location | Best Time to Travel |
|---|---|
| Aswan | January, February, March, April, October, November, and December |
| Luxor | January, February, March, April, October, November, and December |
Climate Charts Nile River Cruises
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
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Aswan
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Tables Nile River Cruises
In the following, you will find some climate tables for Nile River Cruises, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, and Hours of Sunshine.Show climate table for
Temperatures, Sunshine in Aswan (Nile River Cruises)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 21° | 25° | 30° | 35° | 39° | 41° | 41° | 40° | 39° | 35° | 28° | 24° |
| Night Temperature | 8° | 11° | 14° | 19° | 23° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 24° | 21° | 15° | 11° |
| Hours of Sunshine | 10 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Aswan is 25.9 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: July (33.7 °C)
Coldest month: January (14.7 °C)
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, June is the sunniest month with an average of 12.1 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 10.6 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Sunshine in Luxor (Nile River Cruises)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 23° | 25° | 27° | 35° | 39° | 41° | 41° | 40° | 39° | 35° | 29° | 24° |
| Night Temperature | 5° | 7° | 10° | 16° | 20° | 23° | 24° | 23° | 21° | 17° | 12° | 7° |
| Hours of Sunshine | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Luxor is 24.4 °C.Warmest month: July (32.4 °C)
Coldest month: January (14.2 °C)
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, June is the sunniest month with an average of 11.8 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 10.2 hours of sunshine per day on average.Popular Activities
Luxor: Full or Half-Day East and West Bank Tours
Tours
from 53 $ »
Experience the journey to Luxor, the world’s largest open-air museum situated on the East and West bank of Nile River. See temples, antiquities, and tombs on this full or half-day tour guided by an Egyptologist.
From Hurghada: Luxor Full-Day Sightseeing Tour
Tours
from 102 $ »
Explore one of the world’s most famous archaeological sites on a 14-hour day trip to Luxor from the Red Sea resort of Hurghada. Go to the ruins of the Valley of Kings, learn the legend of Queen Hatshepsut, see the Karnak Temple, and more.
Luxor: Hot Air Balloon Ride over the Valley of the Kings
Tours
from 80 $ »
Drift peacefully through the sky above the Valley of the Kings on a hot air balloon ride. Watch Luxor from on high and take in panoramic views of the world’s most important archaeological site.
More attractions
Hurghada: Valley of Kings Hatshepsut & Karnak Luxor Day Trip | Luxor: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride | Luxor: Hot Air Balloon Ride | From Marsa Alam: Day Trip to Luxor by Bus | From Cairo: Luxor Guided Tour with Overnight 1st Class Bus | Luxor: 2-Day West and East Bank with Lunch and Felucca Ride | Luxor: Luxor Airport Arrival and Departure Transfers |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Aswan (Station Asw?n)
overcast clouds, 16.7 °CClouds: 89 % Wind: 6 mph N
Air Pressure: 1022 hPa Humidity: 27 %
Air Pressure: 1022 hPa Humidity: 27 %
Last updated: 7th Feb 2023, 11:36 am
The next days …
| 7th Feb 2023 | 8th Feb 2023 | 9th Feb 2023 | 10th Feb 2023 | 11th Feb 2023 | 12th Feb 2023 |
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| 10 °C to 19 °C | 9 °C to 20 °C |  11 °C to 23 °C |  13 °C to 26 °C | 15 °C to 25 °C | 12 °C to 21 °C |
| 10 °C to 19 °C | 9 °C to 20 °C | 11 °C to 23 °C | 13 °C to 26 °C | 15 °C to 25 °C | 12 °C to 21 °C |
| Clouds: 94 % | Clouds: 94 % | Clouds: 20 % | Clouds: 1 % | Clouds: 1 % | Clouds: 63 % |
| No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation |
Weather information provided by OpenWeatherMap. (CC BY-SA)
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Cruises: Regions
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Hottest Month
June: 41 °C
Day Temperature in Luxor
June: 41 °CDay Temperature in Luxor
Coldest Month
January: 5 °C
Night Temperature in Luxor
January: 5 °CNight Temperature in Luxor
Sunniest Month
June: 12.1 hours/day
Sunshine in Aswan
June: 12.1 hours/daySunshine in Aswan
Activities and Attractions
Luxor: Private Full-Day Customized Tour
Tours
from 169 $ »
From Hurghada: Private 2-Day Tour to Luxor with 5-Star Hotel
Tours
from 289 $ »
Luxor: Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple with Transfers
Culture & history
from 48 $ »
Distances to Nile River Cruises
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aswan | 2580 mi | 5970 mi | 8000 mi |
| Luxor | 2480 mi | 5880 mi | 7900 mi |
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Nile River Cruises: Experiences of our Visitors
much too warm 68° in the sun excursions always in the morning,
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
every day beautiful sunshine, occasionally windy, which was pleasant. Even the nights are pleasant. Occasionally thin waistcoat
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
We were on the Nile for the sixth time
As always it was nice only the last days were very hot (42°) for March.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
very warm and dry. In the evening on the deck of the ship an air like silk. wonderful.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
It was a dream to sit outside in the warm evenings. Unfortunately, my husband died in her country at the end of the trip, but I have had a lot of help and nice people around me in the time. My husband loved the country, and maybe he wanted to stay right there.
I only have good memories
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
The temperatures were optimal for the visits. It wasn’t too hot and we could just enjoy.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
was 4 times there always jän feb very pleasant until about noon hot ride in 2 weeks again.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
pleasant warm and calm atmosphere on the river. the feeling that time would have stood still
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
Totally thrilled, it was great for me! I love it warm .
But those who do not tolerate the warmth so well should not choose the summer months! The great tours to the temples and so on are really exhausting
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent