Obelisk of Senusret I Monument
Ancient Egyptian obelisk associated with Senusret I
An ancient obelisk associated with Pharaoh Senusret I located in Cairo Governorate; visitors study its inscriptions and archaeological context during guided visits to the site.
Obelisk of Senusret I at a Glance#
How to Get to Obelisk of Senusret I#
Located within the greater Cairo area, the obelisk is generally accessed from central Cairo by taxi or car. Visitors commonly combine it with other archaeological stops; central Cairo, Giza, and Heliopolis are the usual logistical bases.
Tips for Visiting Obelisk of Senusret I#
- Combine a visit with other Old Kingdom and Middle Kingdom remains in greater Cairo-Heliopolis has fragments that travel guides sometimes miss.
- Visit in the cool morning to avoid Cairo's afternoon heat and the worst of the traffic.
- Because the site is in the urban fabric, expect limited interpretive signage; hire a licensed guide for historical context.
Best Time to Visit Obelisk of Senusret I#
Best visited in cooler months (Oct-Apr) to avoid Cairo's intense summer heat.
Weather & Climate near Obelisk of Senusret I#
Obelisk of Senusret I's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 35°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Almost no rain.
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February
February is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain.
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March
March is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain.
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April
April is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain.
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May
May is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is warm, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
