Assarw

Town

In Damietta’s delta plains, Assarw sits among canals and rice polders; people come for boat rides, freshwater fish markets, palm-lined roads and the slow rhythms of Nile-Delta towns.

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Assarw essentials

Country: Egypt
Driest months: Jun-Aug
Pay in: Pound (£,ج.م)
Language: Arabic
Emergency: 122

Assarw at a Glance

Local Time
12:17 AM
GMT+3
Population
29,286

Costs: Low-cost Nile Delta town - very low-cost: $20-35/day covers simple lodging, meals, and local transport.

Safety: Relatively safe by day - generally safe for visitors in daytime; avoid isolated areas at night.

Best Time: October to March - october to March brings milder, more comfortable weather for visiting.

Assarw lies in Egypt’s Damietta Governorate on the Nile Delta, a region famed for furniture-making and rice production.

Why Visit Assarw?

Situated in the Nile Delta region, Assarw appeals to travelers interested in riverine landscapes and local Egyptian coastal life. Small fishing communities, verdant canals and markets selling freshly caught fish and agricultural produce shape the town’s character. Low‑key waterfront walks and nearby Delta scenery offer a quieter, more intimate Egyptian experience compared with the country’s major urban and archaeological centers.

Best Things to Do in Assarw

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Assarw

Assarw (Damietta area) is most pleasant between late autumn and early spring when temperatures are mild and sea breezes cool the coast. Summer months are hot and humid - good for swimming but potentially tiring and mosquito-prone.

Winter

November - March12-20°C (54-68°F)

Cooler, wetter months bring pleasant temperatures for exploring the delta and fishing harbors; occasional rain showers and brisk sea breezes are common.

Spring

April - May18-30°C (64-86°F)

Rapid warming and rising humidity; sunny days suit beach trips but bring sun protection - dust from the desert can sometimes affect air quality.

Summer

June - October25-35°C (77-95°F)

Hot, humid and sultry along the coast; swimming is appealing, but heat plus occasional mosquitoes and summer humidity may sap your energy quickly.

Climate

Assarw'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 7°C to 31°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 88 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
46°
Warmest Month
2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Very Good 7° - 18° 12° 19 mm partly cloudy 65% 2.7 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.2h
February Excellent 8° - 19° 13° 12 mm partly cloudy 63% 3.1 m/s 0.8 moderate 10.9h
March Excellent 10° - 21° 15° 8 mm some cloud 59% 2.7 m/s 1.2 high 11.9h
April Ideal 13° - 24° 19° 5 mm some cloud 55% 2.9 m/s 1.6 very high 12.8h
May Ideal 16° - 28° 22° 3 mm mostly sunny 51% 3.0 m/s 2.0 extreme 13.6h
June Ideal 19° - 30° 25° 0 mm clear 50% 2.9 m/s 2.4 extreme 14.0h
July Ideal 21° - 31° 26° 0 mm clear 51% 2.9 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.8h
August Ideal 21° - 31° 26° 0 mm mostly sunny 53% 2.8 m/s 2.1 extreme 13.1h
September Ideal 20° - 30° 25° 0 mm mostly sunny 56% 2.5 m/s 1.7 very high 12.2h
October Ideal 18° - 28° 23° 5 mm some cloud 60% 2.1 m/s 1.1 high 11.3h
November Excellent 14° - 24° 19° 9 mm partly cloudy 62% 2.1 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.4h
December Very Good 9° - 20° 14° 14 mm partly cloudy 64% 2.3 m/s 0.5 low 10.0h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Assarw

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How to Get Around Assarw

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