Tomb of Panehsy
Archaeological Site Ancient Egyptian tomb at Amarna necropolis, reliefs present
How to Get to Tomb of Panehsy #
The tombs of the Amarna region are reached from Minya or from the modern town of el‑Amarna. Minya is accessible by train from Cairo; from Minya arrange a guide and vehicle to reach the scattered tomb sites in the desert west of the Nile.
Tips for Visiting Tomb of Panehsy #
- Hire a licensed Egyptologist or guide from Minya to interpret tomb paintings and inscriptions-many details are otherwise opaque to casual visitors.
- Bring a torch and wear shoes with good grip for uneven rock-cut paths.
- Plan visits in the cooler months (Autumn-Spring) to avoid extreme Upper Egypt heat.
Best Time to Visit Tomb of Panehsy #
Best in autumn through spring to avoid extreme summer heat.
Weather & Climate near Tomb of Panehsy #
Tomb of Panehsy'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. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 7°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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June
June is hot with highs of 37°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 37°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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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.
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October
October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 0 mm 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 clear sunny skies.
