Kuz al-'Asal Monument
Kuz al-'Asal at a Glance#
How to Get to Kuz al-'Asal#
Kuz al-‘Asal is within Cairo Governorate; most visitors arrive by road from central Cairo. Use Cairo’s bus network or private car services depending on exact location; consult local maps for precise routing.
Tips for Visiting Kuz al-'Asal#
- Because Kuz al-'Asal is in Cairo Governorate, coordinate visits with local guides who know traffic and urban access patterns.
- Combine a visit with nearby historic sites in Cairo for a fuller urban history experience.
Best Time to Visit Kuz al-'Asal#
Cairo-area sites are best visited from autumn through spring for more comfortable temperatures and clearer skies.
Autumn to Spring
October-April · 15-28°C (59-82°F)
Cooler, more comfortable for walking in Cairo's hot months.
Summer
May-September · 28-40°C (82-104°F)
Hot and dry-urban heat can be intense; plan to limit midday outdoor time.
Weather & Climate near Kuz al-'Asal#
Climate
Kuz al-'Asal'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 8°C to 35°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 133
Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
45°
Warmest Month
1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 8° - 20° | 14° | 6 mm | some cloud | 61% | 2.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.3h |
| February | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 6 mm | some cloud | 56% | 2.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.0h |
| March | Ideal | 10° - 24° | 17° | 4 mm | some cloud | 51% | 2.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 14° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | some cloud | 44% | 2.9 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 17° - 32° | 25° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 40% | 3.2 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.6h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 35° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 40% | 3.1 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Excellent | 22° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 42% | 2.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.8h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 45% | 2.6 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 33° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 50% | 2.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 30° | 24° | 1 mm | clear | 56% | 2.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 13° - 25° | 19° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 1.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
