KV8
Monument Valley of the Kings tomb (KV8) of Pharaoh Merenptah
Valley of the Kings tomb KV8 near Luxor offers rock‑cut burial chambers and painted funerary scenes; visitors join archaeological tours of the Valley to study ancient Egyptian tomb decoration and layout.
KV8 is the tomb of Pharaoh Merenptah located in the Valley of the Kings on the west bank of the Nile at Luxor. It belongs to the 19th Dynasty and dates to the late 13th century BC.
The tomb contains decorated corridors and a burial chamber with carved reliefs and royal cartouches associated with Merenptah; it is one of the numbered tombs in the Valley (KV8). The internal layout follows the funerary-architecture conventions of New Kingdom royal tombs and includes painted and carved scenes on surviving surfaces.
KV8 was constructed for Pharaoh Merenptah, son of Ramesses II, and used as his royal tomb in the late 13th century BC. Over time the tomb has been examined by Egyptologists and subject to conservation work to preserve its reliefs.
The tomb sits in the main Valley of the Kings on Luxor’s west bank, among the row of royal tombs excavated and studied by archaeologists; it is accessed from the Valley road that serves the site.
How to Get to KV8 #
KV8 is on the West Bank of Luxor (ancient Thebes). From Luxor, cross the Nile by ferry or bridge to the West Bank and take a short drive to the Valley of the Kings complex, where guided entry to individual tombs is arranged at the visitor center.
Tips for Visiting KV8 #
- KV8 is an archaeological tomb in Egypt's Valley of the Kings - hire a licensed Egyptologist guide to get the most from the inscriptions and wall paintings.
- Photography rules change; flash may be prohibited to protect pigments, so check with site staff.
- Wear a hat and bring water for the short walk from the Valley car park.
Best Time to Visit KV8 #
Best visited in the cooler months (Oct-Apr); arrive early to avoid peak heat and tour groups.
Weather & Climate near KV8 #
KV8'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.
