TT3 Tomb

An archaeological tomb in Egypt labeled TT3, visited by researchers and tourists interested in ancient funerary architecture and inscriptions.

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TT3 at a Glance#

How to Get to TT3#

TT3 is located in the Theban necropolis on the west bank of the Nile near modern Luxor (New Valley Governorate references may be administrative). Access typically requires a guide or permission when inside protected areas; visitors normally travel from Luxor by car or organized tour to the West Bank tombs.

Tips for Visiting TT3#

  • Carry shade and water-valley sites in the New Valley can be exposed and hot for much of the year.
  • Bring insect repellent during warmer months; oasis areas attract flies and mosquitoes.
  • Respect archaeological markers and do not attempt unauthorised excavations; many tombs are protected.

Best Time to Visit TT3#

Best visited in winter and early spring when temperatures are comfortable; avoid the peak summer heat.

Winter-early spring
November-March · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Cooler temperatures make desert travel comfortable; daytime heat is manageable.
Late autumn
October-November · 18-30°C (64-86°F)
Good weather with fewer midges, ideal for longer field visits.
Summer
June-September · 35-45°C (95-113°F)
Very hot and often impractical for prolonged exploration.

Weather & Climate near TT3#

Climate

TT3's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 40°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 105 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
MayAprilOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
47°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 7°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
22°
45%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
10.6h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
25°
36%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
12° 29°
26%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

99 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
18° 35°
20%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

May

May is hot with highs of 39°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
22° 39°
18%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.3h daylight

June

June is hot with highs of 40°C and lows of 24°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
32°C
Temperature
24° 40°
18%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

July

July is the hottest month with highs of 40°C and lows of 25°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
25° 40°
20%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

August

August is hot with highs of 40°C and lows of 25°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
25° 40°
21%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

September

September is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 23°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
23° 38°
25%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

99 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
19° 35°
30%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.4h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 28°
40%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
10.8h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
24°
47%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

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