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Qusur Muharib

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Qusur Muharib essentials

Country: Egypt
Driest months: May-Jul
Pay in: Pound (£,ج.م)
Language: Arabic
Emergency: 122

Qusur Muharib at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Qusur Muharib

Best visited in Egypt's cooler months (late fall through early spring) when daytime heat is milder.

Cool season
October-March · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
More comfortable temperatures for exploring open desert sites.

Weather & Climate near Qusur Muharib

Climate

Qusur Muharib'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 5°C to 38°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 91 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
MayOctoberMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
45°
Warmest Month
0°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 5° - 20° 13° 1 mm clear 58% 2.6 m/s 0.8 moderate 10.4h
February Excellent 7° - 22° 15° 1 mm clear 50% 2.8 m/s 1.1 high 11.1h
March Ideal 10° - 26° 18° 1 mm clear 43% 3.2 m/s 1.6 very high 11.9h
April Ideal 14° - 31° 23° 1 mm clear 35% 3.3 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.7h
May Ideal 18° - 35° 26° 0 mm clear 31% 3.6 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.4h
June Ideal 21° - 37° 29° 0 mm clear 32% 3.5 m/s 2.7 extreme 13.8h
July Ideal 22° - 38° 30° 0 mm clear 35% 3.1 m/s 2.7 extreme 13.6h
August Ideal 22° - 37° 29° 0 mm clear 38% 2.8 m/s 2.5 extreme 13.0h
September Ideal 20° - 35° 27° 0 mm clear 43% 3.1 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.2h
October Ideal 16° - 31° 24° 0 mm clear 50% 2.8 m/s 1.5 high 11.4h
November Ideal 11° - 26° 18° 1 mm clear 56% 2.3 m/s 1.0 moderate 10.6h
December Excellent 7° - 21° 14° 0 mm clear 61% 2.3 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.2h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Qusur Muharib

Access requires private transport from the Giza/Cairo area. Expect unpaved tracks and minimal signage; coordinate with local drivers or tour companies if intending to explore the immediate surroundings.

Tips for Visiting Qusur Muharib

  • If visiting ruins or desert features nearby, arrange transport from Giza or a local town-roads can be remote and signage sparse.
  • Carry water and sun protection; temperatures and wind-blown sand can be harsh even outside mid-summer.
  • Consult local authorities in Giza for access restrictions or archeological protections before visiting.