Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Aswan in January
This is the coldest month in Aswan: highs average 76°F (24°C) and lows 46°F (8°C), with less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
At 100/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 76°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 46°F (8°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 42%
- Cloud cover
- 20%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 40 min
- Comfort score
- 100/100 · Great
What January feels like
Days are warm, averaging 76°F (24°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 46°F (8°C), about 16°C (30°F) below the afternoon high.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 20%.
Plan around January
January is one of Aswan's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from December (100 → 100/100).
- January sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends.
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 76°F
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 46°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Aswan in January
January is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Old Cataract Terrace
Afternoon tea on the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract terrace, where Agatha Christie stayed.
Why now January scores 100/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Aswan Botanical Garden
Kitchener's Island garden of tropical trees and palms in the middle of the Nile.
Why now Highs near 76°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Felucca sail around Elephantine Island
Traditional sailboat trip past granite boulders, Kitchener's Island and the Aga Khan Mausoleum.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Philae Temple
Temple of Isis rebuilt on Agilkia Island, reached by motorboat.
Unfinished Obelisk
Abandoned 42 m obelisk still lying in its granite quarry.
Nearby in January
- Luxor in January~112 mi · highs 71°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 January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Aswan?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 100/100. Expect highs of 76°F (24°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. January is inside the Oct – Apr window our Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile route recommends.
How hot is Aswan in January?
Average highs are 76°F (24°C) and average lows 46°F (8°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Aswan in January?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is less than 0.1 in (3 mm).
What should I pack for Aswan in January?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 76°F), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 46°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in January
- Egypt: Pyramids & the Nile Oct – Apr
Planning Aswan in January?
Share this January plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.