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Cynopolis

Archaeological Site

An ancient city in Minya Governorate tied to the dog-deity Anubis; visitors come for archaeological ruins on the Nile's west bank and the site's classical inscriptions and cemeteries.

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Cynopolis essentials

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

Cynopolis at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Cynopolis

Best visited in Egypt's cool season (November-February) to avoid extreme heat.

Winter (cool season)
Nov-Feb · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Most comfortable for travel in Egypt's interior; less heat stress.
Spring/Autumn
Mar-May & Sep-Oct · 20-35°C (68-95°F)
Warmer but still workable for daytime visits.

Weather & Climate near Cynopolis

Climate

Cynopolis'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 5°C to 36°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 116 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
MayJuneSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
47°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 5° - 19° 12° 1 mm clear 56% 2.6 m/s 0.8 moderate 10.4h
February Excellent 6° - 20° 13° 1 mm clear 48% 2.7 m/s 1.1 high 11.1h
March Ideal 10° - 24° 17° 1 mm clear 40% 3.2 m/s 1.6 very high 11.9h
April Ideal 14° - 30° 22° 0 mm clear 33% 3.5 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.7h
May Ideal 18° - 34° 26° 0 mm clear 30% 3.5 m/s 2.3 extreme 13.4h
June Ideal 21° - 36° 28° 0 mm clear 30% 3.6 m/s 2.6 extreme 13.8h
July Ideal 22° - 36° 29° 0 mm clear 33% 2.9 m/s 2.6 extreme 13.6h
August Ideal 22° - 35° 29° 0 mm clear 36% 2.7 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.0h
September Ideal 20° - 34° 27° 0 mm clear 41% 3.2 m/s 2.0 very high 12.2h
October Ideal 17° - 31° 24° 0 mm clear 47% 2.9 m/s 1.4 high 11.4h
November Ideal 11° - 25° 18° 1 mm clear 52% 2.3 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.6h
December Excellent 7° - 20° 13° 1 mm clear 58% 2.2 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.2h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Cynopolis

Cynopolis’s precise modern coordinates are not a tourist locus. The Minya Governorate is reached by road or rail from Cairo (approximately 3-4 hours by car). Archaeologists and researchers typically coordinate with local authorities in Minya for site visits; independent visitors should seek guidance from regional cultural heritage offices.

Tips for Visiting Cynopolis

  • If researching antiquity, consult Egyptological publications-Cynopolis (Kynopolis) is mentioned in classical sources but remains archaeologically obscure on the modern map.
  • Combine any travel in Minya Governorate with visits to better-known sites like Tuna el-Gebel and the Hermopolis area for richer context.
  • Respect local sensitivities and land use; much of the Nile valley is active agricultural territory and not set up for casual tourism.