The best times to visit Qena for ideal weather are

October 29th to April 1st

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Qena Travel Info

Weather in Qena

Temperature

Average temperatures in Qena vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of precipitation throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 55th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Qena, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 106.3°F (41.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 80.5°F (26.9°C) at night.

Qena Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

Key
High
Average
Low

Qena Temperatures (Celsius)

Key
High
Average
Low

“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Qena Perceived Temperature (F)

Key
High
Average
Low

Qena Perceived Temperature (C)

Key
High
Average
Low

 

Average Qena Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 72.5 59.2 46.4
Feb 77.9 64.2 51
Mar 85.1 71.4 57.5
Apr 93.7 80 65.3
May 100.4 87.4 73
Jun 105.3 92.4 78.2
Jul 105.2 92.8 79.5
Aug 105.4 92.6 79.3
Sep 101.1 88.2 75.3
Oct 95.1 81.9 69.1
Nov 84.1 70.8 58.5
Dec 75.1 61.9 49.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 22.5 15.1 8
Feb 25.5 17.9 10.6
Mar 29.5 21.9 14.2
Apr 34.3 26.7 18.5
May 38 30.8 22.8
Jun 40.7 33.6 25.7
Jul 40.7 33.8 26.4
Aug 40.8 33.7 26.3
Sep 38.4 31.2 24.1
Oct 35.1 27.7 20.6
Nov 28.9 21.6 14.7
Dec 23.9 16.6 9.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Qena are January, February, and then April. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early March with an average of 0 days of significant precipitation the week of March 5th.

When can you find snow in Qena? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Qena.

Key
Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Qena (in).

Key
Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Qena has some months with regular humidity, with some extremely dry months. The least humid month is May (8.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (35.1%).

Wind in Qena is usually calm. The windiest month is June, followed by July and August. June’s average wind speed of around 6.2 knots (7.1 MPH or 11.5 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late May where average top sustained speeds reach 11.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Qena.

Key
Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

Key
Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.6 Barely noticeable 7.3 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.4 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.7 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.4 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
May 5.6 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Jun 6.2 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Jul 6 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.9 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.6 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.2 Light breeze 7.7 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.6 Barely noticeable 6.8 Gentle breeze
Dec 3.4 Barely noticeable 6.9 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 34.2%
Feb 23.6%
Mar 17.1%
Apr 10.1%
May 8.9%
Jun 9.3%
Jul 14.2%
Aug 14.9%
Sep 18.7%
Oct 21.2%
Nov 29.7%
Dec 35.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Qena?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Egypt; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 27, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Qena, Egypt is July, followed by January and March. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Qena in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

Key
Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 57.2 in November means 57.2% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Qena Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 103.9°F (39.9°C) and 80.1°F (26.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is nonexistent with roughly 0 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have hot weather with high temperatures that are extremely hot. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Qena, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 101.8°F (38.8°C) and 81.1°F (27.3°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a trivial amount: approximately 0 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Qena to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 80.1°F (26.7°C) and 70.5°F (21.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

Best Times to Travel› Egypt › Qena, Egypt