Deir el-Shelwit
Archaeological Site Ancient Egyptian temple ruins near Luxor
Near Luxor, Deir el-Shelwit contains temple ruins and stone reliefs from Egypt’s ancient periods; Egyptology visitors study the masonry, inscriptions and its position among Nile Valley archaeological sites.
How to Get to Deir el-Shelwit #
Deir el‑Shelwit is accessed from Luxor by road. Most visitors visit as part of a tour or by hiring a local driver from Luxor city; distances are short and the site is often combined with other nearby ruins.
Tips for Visiting Deir el-Shelwit #
- The site is archaeological; wear sturdy shoes for uneven stone surfaces and loose sand.
- Avoid visiting during the hottest midday hours in summer; early morning provides softer light for photography.
Best Time to Visit Deir el-Shelwit #
Deir el‑Shelwit, being in Upper Egypt, is most comfortably visited in the cooler months; summer can be excessively hot for walking and archaeological visits.
Weather & Climate near Deir el-Shelwit #
Deir el-Shelwit's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 41°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 7°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 8°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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April
April is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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May
May is hot with highs of 39°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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June
June is hot with highs of 41°C and lows of 24°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 40°C and lows of 26°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is hot with highs of 40°C and lows of 25°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 23°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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