Best Time to Visit Al Fayyum
The best months to visit Al Fayyum are Jan, Feb, Dec. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jan, Feb, Dec
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Al Fayyum. Expect highs of 22°C to 21°C to 23°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
July
40°C high
Coldest Month
February
9°C low
Driest Month
January
0 rain days
Wettest Month
March
1 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 22°C / Low: 10°C
February
High: 21°C / Low: 9°C
March
High: 27°C / Low: 13°C
1 rain days
April
High: 31°C / Low: 17°C
May
High: 34°C / Low: 20°C
0 rain days
June
High: 38°C / Low: 23°C
July
High: 40°C / Low: 25°C
August
High: 39°C / Low: 25°C
September
High: 36°C / Low: 23°C
October
High: 32°C / Low: 20°C
1 rain days
November
High: 28°C / Low: 16°C
0 rain days
December
High: 23°C / Low: 11°C
0 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Al Fayyum
Peak Season
January, February, December
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
March, November
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
April, May, June, July, August, September, October
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January★ | 22°C | 10°C | 0 | Peak Season |
February★ | 21°C | 9°C | 0 | Peak Season |
March | 27°C | 13°C | 1 | Shoulder Season |
April | 31°C | 17°C | 0 | Off Season |
May | 34°C | 20°C | 0 | Off Season |
June | 38°C | 23°C | 0 | Off Season |
July | 40°C | 25°C | 0 | Off Season |
August | 39°C | 25°C | 0 | Off Season |
September | 36°C | 23°C | 0 | Off Season |
October | 32°C | 20°C | 1 | Off Season |
November | 28°C | 16°C | 0 | Shoulder Season |
December★ | 23°C | 11°C | 0 | Peak Season |
Season Timeline
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Al Fayyum Food Tour: Street Food & Local Favourites
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Day Trip from Al Fayyum: Scenic Excursion
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Al Fayyum Cultural Experience: History & Traditions
Go beyond sightseeing and connect with Al Fayyum's living culture. From hands-on workshops to historic neighbourhood walks, this is the side of the city most travellers miss.
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