The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Aswan. Temperatures rise (39°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.
May ranks 8 out of 12 months in Aswan. Compared to April: +3°C daytime, +0.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
dry air
2°
Daylight
13.2h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 128
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Aswan is November (9.6/10), 6.1 pts higher than May.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Egypt
🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyEgyptian Pound (£)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 42°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 22°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 0%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in May
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Location
Where is Aswan ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
EgyptTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.6 → 2.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
24.09°N · 32.90°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Aswan?
November is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 16.0°C lows, 10.0h of sunshine and 0.0% rainy days. The months of November & March offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Aswan get in November?
Aswan averages 10.0 sunshine hours per day in November. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Aswan?
September is the most unfavourable month with September has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Aswan in November?
In November, overnight lows reach 16.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Aswan good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Aswan scores 8.7/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains November with a score of 9.4/10.
When should you avoid Aswan?
September is the most difficult month to visit Aswan, with September has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Aswan in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Aswan (very high), with about 13.2h of daylight. Protection essential.