Late winter · Weather & things to do
Aswan in February
Aswan warms up: highs climb to 81°F (27°C), from 76°F in January, with lows of 50°F (10°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
At 98/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 50°F (10°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 33%
- Cloud cover
- 21%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 12 min
- Comfort score
- 98/100 · Great
What February feels like
Warm afternoons near 81°F (27°C) make long days outdoors easy.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 18°C (32°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Low humidity, around 33%, makes the air feel crisp and dry.
Rain is scarce: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 21%.
Plan around February
February is one of Aswan's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by March, the score drops to 80/100.
- Comfort holds steady from January (100 → 98/100).
- February sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 50°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Aswan in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Nubian Village of Gharb Soheil
Painted Nubian houses on the West Bank reached by boat, with home cafés and crafts.
Old Cataract Terrace
Afternoon tea on the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract terrace, where Agatha Christie stayed.
Why now February scores 98/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
El Dokka
Island restaurant serving Nubian dishes, reached by its own free boat.
Kom Ombo Temple
Riverside double temple to Sobek and Horus, with a small museum of mummified crocodiles.
Aswan Botanical Garden
Kitchener's Island garden of tropical trees and palms in the middle of the Nile.
Why now Highs near 81°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in February
- Luxor in February~112 mi · highs 77°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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Aswan?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 98/100. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. February is inside the Oct – Apr window our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends.
How hot is Aswan in February?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 50°F (10°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Aswan in February?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is less than 0.1 in (3 mm).
What should I pack for Aswan in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 50°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in February
- Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile Oct – Apr
Planning Aswan in February?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.