KV30
Monument Ancient Egyptian burial chamber in Valley of Kings
New Kingdom burial chamber in the Valley of the Kings near Luxor; visited for its funerary layout, inscriptions and place within the necropolis.
KV30 is a numbered tomb in the Valley of the Kings on the west bank of the Nile near Luxor, part of the New Kingdom-era burial complex in the valley. It has been recorded in archaeological surveys of the area.
Excavation and documentation have placed KV30 within the sequence of tombs that illustrate burial practices of the New Kingdom; the condition and accessibility of the tomb are subject to ongoing conservation and site management. The tomb lies within the Valley of the Kings archaeological area west of modern Luxor.
How to Get to KV30 #
Reach Luxor’s West Bank by ferry or taxi; from there, organize a local guide or taxi to the Valley of the Kings parking area and follow the site’s internal paths to individual tombs.
Tips for Visiting KV30 #
- KV30 is best visited with a guide to explain its stratified archaeological finds.
- Expect uneven flooring - watch your step in dim interiors.
Best Time to Visit KV30 #
Best outside high summer; tomb openings change frequently for conservation and research.
Weather & Climate near KV30 #
KV30'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.
