May · Egypt
Best time to visit Aswan in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Aswan in May
Average temperature 31°C, 0 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 16% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
5.7/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 31°C
- Rainfall
- 0 mm
- Humidity
- 16%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Aswan scores 5.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 31°C, 0 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Aswan follows a quiet bend of the Nile, with Nubian villages on the west bank, feluccas on the water, and desert pressing in on both sides.
May in Aswan: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
May averages 31°C (88°F), so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Rain is a non-issue at 0 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.2 hours of daylight to work with.
It scores 5.7/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 9.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 4 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Aswan in May?
- In May, Aswan averages 31°C, 0 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.7/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Aswan?
- May earns a 5.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Aswan in May?
- Expect about 0 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 16% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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