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Pyramid of Khui

Archaeological Site

The Pyramid of Khui near Asyut is an early, partly ruined funerary pyramid attributed to a local ruler; archaeologists and history travelers visit for its unusual, unfinished form.

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Pyramid of Khui essentials

Address: Pyramid of Khui, near Dara and the desert west of the Nile, Asyut Governorate, Egypt
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Pyramid of Khui

Visit in the cooler months (November-March) to avoid intense desert heat; early mornings are best for photography and comfort.

Winter (best)
November-March · 15-25°C
Cooler desert temperatures make site visits comfortable and safer.
Spring/Autumn
March-April, September-October · 20-30°C
Warmer than winter but tolerable if early starts are chosen; occasional sandstorms possible.

Weather & Climate near Pyramid of Khui

Climate

Pyramid of Khui'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 6°C to 38°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 119 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
MaySeptemberOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
47°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 6° - 20° 13° 0 mm clear 53% 2.9 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.5h
February Excellent 7° - 22° 15° 1 mm clear 44% 3.3 m/s 1.2 high 11.1h
March Ideal 11° - 26° 18° 0 mm clear 35% 3.0 m/s 1.7 very high 11.9h
April Ideal 15° - 32° 23° 0 mm clear 28% 3.1 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.7h
May Ideal 19° - 36° 27° 0 mm clear 25% 3.4 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.4h
June Ideal 22° - 38° 30° 0 mm clear 26% 3.6 m/s 2.7 extreme 13.7h
July Ideal 22° - 37° 30° 0 mm clear 28% 2.9 m/s 2.7 extreme 13.6h
August Ideal 22° - 37° 29° 0 mm clear 30% 2.8 m/s 2.5 extreme 13.0h
September Ideal 20° - 35° 27° 0 mm clear 35% 3.3 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.2h
October Ideal 17° - 32° 25° 0 mm clear 41% 2.7 m/s 1.5 very high 11.4h
November Ideal 12° - 26° 19° 0 mm clear 49% 2.2 m/s 1.0 high 10.7h
December Excellent 7° - 21° 14° 0 mm clear 55% 2.5 m/s 0.8 moderate 10.3h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Pyramid of Khui

Access is from Asyut or the desert roads west of the Nile; guided tours from Asyut and Minya arrange transport and local permissions. Roads can be rough-use a guided vehicle.

Tips for Visiting Pyramid of Khui

  • The Pyramid of Khui is in a sparsely visited area-travel with a guide familiar with Asyut Governorate logistics and security advisories.
  • Carry water and sun protection-shade is minimal and the desert heat is intense during summer months.
  • Combine with other Middle Egyptian sites around Asyut and Minya for a fuller archaeological itinerary.