Philae obelisk
Monument Ancient Egyptian obelisk relocated to Britain
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How to Get to Philae obelisk #
Details depend on the specific host institution. Visitors should check the museum or local collection where the obelisk is held for access information; local museums are typically reachable by public transit within their towns.
Tips for Visiting Philae obelisk #
- If exploring the exhibit where the obelisk is displayed, check opening times of the hosting museum in advance.
- Compare the inscriptions on the Philae obelisk to other Nubian and Egyptian objects in the collection-curators sometimes rotate displays between institutions.
Best Time to Visit Philae obelisk #
Best visited during mild months when museum schedules are less likely to change for seasonal events.
Weather & Climate near Philae obelisk #
Philae obelisk's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (779 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with 94 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
