Monthly climate guide
Qena weather in May
Expect very hot weather in Qena in May: afternoons reach about 39°C (102°F), while nights drop to around 21°C (70°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
- The air is fairly dry (about 18% humidity), so warm days feel comfortable.
- May brings late spring to Qena.
- Just 140 km apart, but Qena runs about 2°C warmer than Safaga this month.
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 18°C apart.
Avg high
39°C
102°F
Avg low
21°C
70°F
Rainfall
0 mm
very dry
Humidity
18%
relative
Sky
22%
cloud · mostly sunny
Qena weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C / 71°F | 6°C / 43°F | 2 mm | 46% | 24% |
| February | 25°C / 78°F | 9°C / 48°F | 0 mm | 37% | 24% |
| March | 30°C / 85°F | 12°C / 54°F | 0 mm | 27% | 23% |
| April | 34°C / 93°F | 16°C / 61°F | 0 mm | 21% | 21% |
| May | 39°C / 102°F | 21°C / 70°F | 0 mm | 18% | 22% |
| June | 41°C / 106°F | 24°C / 75°F | 0 mm | 19% | 9% |
| July | 41°C / 106°F | 25°C / 76°F | 0 mm | 21% | 8% |
| August | 41°C / 107°F | 25°C / 76°F | 0 mm | 22% | 8% |
| September | 40°C / 103°F | 22°C / 72°F | 0 mm | 26% | 9% |
| October | 36°C / 96°F | 19°C / 67°F | 0 mm | 31% | 12% |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 14°C / 56°F | 0 mm | 42% | 17% |
| December | 24°C / 75°F | 9°C / 48°F | 0 mm | 48% | 22% |
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 Qena?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Qena →Other Egypt cities in May
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Qena in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Qena?
It can be, if you like heat: May highs in Qena are around 39°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Qena in May?
Average highs are about 39°C (102°F) and average lows about 21°C (70°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Qena in May?
Qena typically gets around 0 mm of rain in May — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Qena (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.