Qasr el-Sagha
Ruins Ancient Egyptian temple complex near Faiyum oasis
An archaeological temple complex in the Faiyum region, Qasr el‑Sagha attracts visitors interested in Pharaonic ruins, stone reliefs, and the surrounding oasis landscape-often combined with trips to nearby lakes and excavation sites.
How to Get to Qasr el-Sagha #
Qasr el-Sagha is in the Faiyum Governorate, west of Cairo. It is commonly reached by road from Faiyum city or by organized archaeological tours from Cairo. Road travel times vary depending on traffic and route; use local guides for the best access information.
Tips for Visiting Qasr el-Sagha #
- Qasr el-Sagha is part of the Faiyum archaeological landscape - visit with a guide who can place the ruins in the region's longer pharaonic and Greco-Roman sequence.
- Combine a visit with the nearby Wadi El Rayan and the Faiyum oasis for a fuller sense of the region.
Best Time to Visit Qasr el-Sagha #
Qasr el-Sagha is best visited in Egypt's cooler months when daytime temperatures are comfortable for outdoor exploration.
Weather & Climate near Qasr el-Sagha #
Qasr el-Sagha'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 37°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 6°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 7°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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June
June is hot with highs of 36°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 29°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 29°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm, feeling like 27°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 7°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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