Early winter · Weather & things to do
Aswan in December
Aswan cools off: highs slip to 78°F (26°C), from 87°F in November, with lows of 49°F (10°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
At 100/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 49°F (10°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 44%
- Cloud cover
- 18%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 31 min
- Comfort score
- 100/100 · Great
What December feels like
Highs settle around 78°F (26°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 16°C (29°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Rain is scarce: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 18%.
Plan around December
December is one of Aswan's best months on the climate data.
- Shortest days of the year, about 10 h 31 min of daylight.
- Comfort improves from 85/100 in November to 100/100.
- December sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothes78°F afternoons
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 49°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Aswan in December
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Kom Ombo Temple
Riverside double temple to Sobek and Horus, with a small museum of mummified crocodiles.
El Dokka
Island restaurant serving Nubian dishes, reached by its own free boat.
Old Cataract Terrace
Afternoon tea on the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract terrace, where Agatha Christie stayed.
Why now December scores 100/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Felucca sail around Elephantine Island
Traditional sailboat trip past granite boulders, Kitchener's Island and the Aga Khan Mausoleum.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
El Masry Restaurant
Local grill house for kofta, kebab and pigeon.
Nearby in December
- Luxor in December~112 mi · highs 74°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Aswan in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Aswan?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 100/100. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. December is inside the Oct – Apr window our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends.
How hot is Aswan in December?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 49°F (10°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Aswan in December?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is less than 0.1 in (3 mm).
What should I pack for Aswan in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (78°F afternoons), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 49°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in December
- Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile Oct – Apr
Planning Aswan in December?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.