Monthly climate guide
Aswan weather in May
Expect very hot weather in Aswan in May: afternoons reach about 40°C (105°F), while nights drop to around 23°C (73°F). Around 0 mm of rain falls over the month (very dry), and skies are mostly sunny. Daytime highs are 5°C warmer than April and 2°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 18°C.
- Seasonally, May counts as late spring in Aswan.
- Aswan is usually about 2°C warmer than Luxor, 180 km away, in May.
- Even after dark it stays around 23°C, so sleeping can feel warm.
Avg high
40°C
105°F
Avg low
23°C
73°F
Rainfall
0 mm
very dry
Humidity
15%
relative
Sky
21%
cloud · mostly sunny
Aswan weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C / 74°F | 7°C / 45°F | 0 mm | 41% | 18% |
| February | 27°C / 81°F | 10°C / 50°F | 0 mm | 33% | 20% |
| March | 31°C / 89°F | 13°C / 56°F | 0 mm | 23% | 22% |
| April | 36°C / 96°F | 17°C / 63°F | 0 mm | 18% | 22% |
| May | 40°C / 105°F | 23°C / 73°F | 0 mm | 15% | 21% |
| June | 43°C / 109°F | 25°C / 77°F | 0 mm | 15% | 10% |
| July | 42°C / 108°F | 26°C / 78°F | 0 mm | 17% | 11% |
| August | 43°C / 109°F | 26°C / 79°F | 0 mm | 19% | 11% |
| September | 41°C / 105°F | 24°C / 74°F | 0 mm | 21% | 11% |
| October | 37°C / 99°F | 21°C / 69°F | 0 mm | 26% | 11% |
| November | 30°C / 86°F | 14°C / 58°F | 0 mm | 38% | 12% |
| December | 26°C / 78°F | 10°C / 49°F | 0 mm | 44% | 16% |
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is May a good time to visit Aswan?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Aswan →Other Egypt cities in May
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Aswan in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Aswan?
It can be, if you like heat: May highs in Aswan are around 40°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Aswan in May?
Average highs are about 40°C (105°F) and average lows about 23°C (73°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Aswan in May?
Aswan typically gets around 0 mm of rain in May — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Aswan (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.