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KV30

Monument

New Kingdom burial chamber in the Valley of the Kings near Luxor; visited for its funerary layout, inscriptions and place within the necropolis.

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KV30 essentials

Address: KV30, Valley of the Kings, West Bank, Luxor, Egypt
Website: egymonuments.gov.eg
Hours: Daily 6:00am-5:00pm (tomb access varies)
Admission: Included with Valley of the Kings ticket (approx. EGP 300); access varies.
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About KV30

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.

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit KV30

Best outside high summer; tomb openings change frequently for conservation and research.

Winter
November-February · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Most comfortable season for exploring tombs and archaeological sites.

Weather & Climate near KV30

Climate

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.

Air Quality: AQI 105 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
MayAprilOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
47°
Warmest Month
0°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 6° - 22° 14° 0 mm clear 45% 2.3 m/s 1.0 high 10.6h
February Ideal 8° - 24° 16° 0 mm clear 36% 2.5 m/s 1.4 high 11.2h
March Ideal 12° - 28° 20° 0 mm clear 26% 2.9 m/s 1.9 very high 11.9h
April Ideal 18° - 34° 26° 0 mm clear 20% 2.9 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.6h
May Ideal 22° - 38° 30° 0 mm clear 18% 3.2 m/s 2.5 extreme 13.3h
June Ideal 24° - 40° 32° 0 mm clear 18% 3.3 m/s 2.7 extreme 13.6h
July Ideal 25° - 40° 33° 0 mm clear 20% 2.9 m/s 2.7 extreme 13.4h
August Ideal 25° - 40° 32° 0 mm clear 21% 2.9 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.9h
September Ideal 22° - 38° 30° 0 mm clear 25% 3.2 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.2h
October Ideal 19° - 35° 27° 0 mm clear 30% 2.7 m/s 1.6 very high 11.4h
November Ideal 12° - 28° 20° 0 mm clear 40% 2.4 m/s 1.2 high 10.8h
December Ideal 8° - 24° 16° 0 mm clear 47% 2.1 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.4h
Getting There & Around

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.