Abusir (Lake Mariout) Archaeological Site

Ancient archaeological site near Lake Mariout, Egypt

Abusir by Lake Mariout near Alexandria is an archaeological zone with remains from ancient and later periods; visitors encounter shoreline ruins and occasional excavation displays.

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Abusir (Lake Mariout) at a Glance#

Address: Abusir (Lake Mariout area), Alexandria Governorate, Egypt

How to Get to Abusir (Lake Mariout)#

Abusir is near Alexandria; access is typically by car from Alexandria city centre. Local directions use roads toward the western suburbs and the Lake Mariout area; check with local antiquities services for permissions.

Tips for Visiting Abusir (Lake Mariout)#

  • Wear sun protection and carry water for archaeological walks along the lakeshore.
  • Plan a visit with local guides or museums in Alexandria that can provide context for site remains.
  • Expect limited on-site facilities; bring snacks and supplies from nearby towns.

Best Time to Visit Abusir (Lake Mariout)#

Cooler months are best to avoid intense summer heat and humidity.

Winter-Spring
November-April · 12-22°C (54-72°F)
Cooler, more comfortable for exploration of coastal archaeological sites.
Summer
May-October · 25-35°C (77-95°F)
Hot and humid; archaeological visits are best in early morning.

Weather & Climate near Abusir (Lake Mariout)#

Climate

Abusir (Lake Mariout)'s climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 30°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 82 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 35 mm of rain and mostly sunny skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.3h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.8h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° 29°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 30°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
13.8h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 27°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
11.3h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 23°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

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