KV41

Monument

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.

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Address: KV41, Valley of the Kings, Luxor (Thebes), Egypt
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About KV41

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.
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit KV41

Best in the cool season for comfortable exploration of the Valley of the Kings.

Cool season (Best)
November-March · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Cooler temperatures make visits to open‑air sites more comfortable.
Hot season
April-October · 30-45°C (86-113°F)
Extreme heat; early morning visits recommended.

Weather & Climate near KV41

Climate

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.

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 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.