KV41
Monument Valley of the Kings tomb site labeled KV41.
Tomb KV41 sits in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings, drawing visitors for archaeological interest: burial architecture, inscriptions, and the broader Theban necropolis. Tours combine on-site tomb viewing with Luxor’s temples and museums.
KV41 is a numbered burial site in the Valley of the Kings on the west bank of the Nile near Luxor, Egypt. It forms part of the numbered tomb system used by Egyptologists to catalogue Theban tombs.
This site is an archaeological tomb rather than a built tourist attraction; the visible remains typically comprise an entrance, descending shaft or stairway and chambered rock-cut architecture. Tombs in this area vary widely in size and decoration, and many are kept closed or visited only by specialists for conservation reasons.
Tombs in the Valley of the Kings were carved during Egypt’s New Kingdom period (roughly 16th to 11th centuries BCE) for the burials of pharaohs, members of the royal family and select officials. Over time these tombs were looted, later recorded by antiquarians and formally excavated and studied by Egyptologists starting in the 19th century.
Situated within the Theban Necropolis on the West Bank of the Nile, the Valley of the Kings lies roughly 4-6 kilometers inland from the modern city of Luxor (ancient Thebes). The tombs are clustered along the valley and surrounding hills.
- Access and conservation: Access to specific numbered tombs in the Valley of the Kings is controlled by the Egyptian Ministry of Antiquities and by policies for conservation; many tombs are closed to general tourist entry.
How to Get to KV41 #
KV41 is located within the Valley of the Kings on Luxor’s west bank. The valley is reached by road from Luxor (approx. 20-30 minutes) and is commonly visited on guided tours that include several tombs.
Tips for Visiting KV41 #
- KV41 is a numbered tomb designation in the Valley of the Kings used by Egyptologists; access depends on Egyptological permissions and site management-check with the Egyptian Ministry of Antiquities for research visits.
Best Time to Visit KV41 #
Best in the cool season for comfortable exploration of the Valley of the Kings.
Weather & Climate near KV41 #
KV41'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.
