Sumusţā al Waqf Travel Guide

City City in Beni Suweif, Egypt

Sumusṭā al Waqf perches on the Nile’s west bank; travelers pass through for its river ferries, date-lined fields, and bustling souq selling spiced beans and grilled kofta. It’s a good stop en route to Beni Suef’s Ottoman houses and nearby desert limestone cliffs.

Costs
$20-35 per day
Very affordable for visitors; accommodation sparse.
Safety
Relatively safe, stay alert
Low violent crime; usual Nile‑side caution after dark.
Best Time
October-March
Cooler months make Nile-side walks pleasant.
Time
Weather
Population
64,965
Infrastructure & Convenience
Basic roads and minibuses; very limited English signage or tourist amenities.
Popularity
Almost no international tourism; mainly a local agricultural market town.
Known For
Nile riverside location, agriculture, local markets, small mosques, sugar and cotton farming, traditional delta villages, rural trade, irrigation canals
Sumusṭā al Waqf sits on the west bank of the Nile in Beni Suef Governorate, serving surrounding farmland.

Why Visit Sumusţā al Waqf? #

Situated in Beni Suef Governorate along the Nile valley, this town draws visitors interested in rural Nile life and local markets rather than big tourist sights. Try classic Egyptian dishes such as koshari or ful from street vendors, wander small souks selling dates and handcrafts, and observe everyday river‑side rhythms shaped by agriculture. It’s a place to experience Nile Valley culture and traditional foodways close to Beni Suef’s regional centers.

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Best Time to Visit Sumusţā al Waqf #

Beni Suef-area towns are best visited in the cooler winter months for comfortable sightseeing and low humidity. Summers are intensely hot; spring is pleasant but can bring hot, dusty winds.

Winter
November - February · 10-22°C (50-72°F)
Mild, pleasant weather ideal for sightseeing along the Nile with low humidity and clear skies.
Spring
March - May · 15-30°C (59-86°F)
Warm days and occasional dusty khamsin winds; comfortable mornings, hotter afternoons and dramatic desert light.
Summer
June - September · 25-40°C (77-104°F)
Long, dry, very hot days - not great for long outdoor excursions unless you love intense heat.

Best Time to Visit Sumusţā al Waqf #

Climate

Sumusţā al Waqf'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 36°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
MaySeptemberAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
46°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 5°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
19°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
21°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
11.1h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
10° 24°
45%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
14° 30°
38%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
18° 34°
33%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

June

June is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
21° 36°
34%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.8h daylight

July

July is the hottest month with highs of 36°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
22° 36°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

August

August is hot with highs of 35°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

99 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
22° 35°
39%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.0h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
20° 34°
44%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

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.

99 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 31°
50%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
11.4h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
11° 25°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.6h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
20°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.2h daylight

How to Get to Sumusţā al Waqf

By Air
By Train & Bus

How to Get Around Sumusţā al Waqf #

Sumusṭā al Waqf is a small Egyptian town where most short trips are walkable, especially in the central areas. Microbuses, shared taxis and private taxis connect the town with nearby villages and Beni Suef. Transport is generally very inexpensive; services run on informal schedules, so ask locals or at the bus stop for departure times and bargaining tips for private hires.

Where to Stay in Sumusţā al Waqf #

Budget
Local town / Beni Suef area - $10-30/night
Sumusţā al Waqf is a small Beni Suef locality with almost no formal budget hotels; visitors use nearby Beni Suef city options.
Mid-Range
Beni Suef city - $30-70/night
Mid-range choices are in Beni Suef city; expect modest hotels and guesthouses with basic amenities.
Luxury
Cairo / larger governorates - $80+/night
No luxury options in Sumusţā al Waqf; luxury travellers should stay in Cairo or larger governorate centres.

Where to Eat in Sumusţā al Waqf #

Nightlife in Sumusţā al Waqf #

Nightlife is minimal and largely local: simple cafés, tea houses and occasional small gatherings. There aren’t organized nightlife districts or well-known bars-most social life happens informally in the evenings. If you’re seeking restaurants, larger towns nearby offer more evening options.

Shopping in Sumusţā al Waqf #

Shopping is centred on the local souk and small independent shops selling groceries, household goods and basic clothing. You won’t find tourist-focused boutiques here; purchases are practical and locally used. For larger retail options or specialty stores, residents travel to Beni Suef city.

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