Bakchias
Archaeological Site
How to Get to Bakchias #
Bakchias is in the Faiyum Governorate; it is generally reached by road from Cairo (roughly 100 km southwest) and by local transport from Faiyum city. Use local guides for navigating rural roads and to understand access points to archaeological and agricultural sites.
Tips for Visiting Bakchias #
- If arranging a day trip from Cairo, combine Bakchias with other Faiyum attractions like Wadi Al-Hitan for an efficient itinerary.
- Hire a local guide to interpret agricultural terraces and older irrigation works - they explain how the Faiyum was once an engineered landscape.
- Visit early morning for better light and cooler temperatures.
Best Time to Visit Bakchias #
Late autumn through early spring offers the most comfortable weather for visiting Faiyum sites.
Weather & Climate near Bakchias #
Bakchias's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 36°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 7°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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June
June is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 36°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm, feeling like 27°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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