KV27
Monument New Kingdom tomb in Luxor's royal necropolis
Valley of the Kings tomb near Luxor containing New Kingdom funerary chambers and wall decoration; of interest to visitors focusing on Egyptological sites.
KV27 is a tomb in the Valley of the Kings on the west bank of the Nile near Luxor, recorded among the New Kingdom burials in the valley. It is catalogued in the standard sequence of numbered tombs used by Egyptologists.
Archaeological records note KV27’s layout and any artefacts recovered during excavations; like many valley tombs it has been studied during systematic surveys and clearances. Public access and the tomb’s condition are managed as part of the wider conservation programme for the Valley of the Kings.
The tomb sits within the archaeological zone of the Valley of the Kings on the west bank of Luxor.
How to Get to KV27 #
Same as other Valley tombs: a short drive from Luxor across to the West Bank and then up to the Valley of the Kings entrance. Local guides and taxis are the usual modes of arrival.
Tips for Visiting KV27 #
- KV27 is small and has limited decoration - consider visiting only if it is open that day.
- Combine visits with other nearby tombs; ask a guide for historical context rather than expecting grand wall paintings here.
Best Time to Visit KV27 #
Visit outside the hottest months; many smaller KV tombs are intermittently open-check ahead.
Weather & Climate near KV27 #
KV27'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 6°C to 40°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 6°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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February
February 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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March
March is mild with highs of 28°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 34°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 38°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 40°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 25°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 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 18°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 12°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.
