AI-generatedNag Hammadi at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – Feb
- Warmest month
- Jul · 42°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,530 h
- Rain a year
- 2 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 78 m
Climate in Nag Hammadi
Nag Hammadi has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. July is the warmest month with average highs of 42 °C, while January is the coolest at 23 °C. With around 3,530 hours of sunshine a year, Nag Hammadi is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 11.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Nag Hammadi
The best time to visit Nag Hammadi is from November to February. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from December to February. From April to October it can get very hot, with highs of up to 42 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 2 mm fall in an average year.
Nag Hammadi through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Nag Hammadi in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 30–40 °C by day
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Nag Hammadi in summer
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 42 °C by day
- 11.0 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Nag Hammadi in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 29–40 °C by day
- 9.2 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Nag Hammadi in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 23–25 °C by day
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Dec – Feb
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Apr – Oct
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: December – February
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: November – February
Keep in mindPeak heat
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 22°
- Midday, 13:00: about 35°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 35°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 23°
06:4918:24
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:35–07:20 · evening 17:53–18:38
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:26–06:35 · evening 18:38–18:47
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Nag Hammadi compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 38° at the start of the month to 32° at the end. The days get 0.7 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 38° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 15° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.2 h |
What is the weather like in Nag Hammadi in October?
In October, Nag Hammadi is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Nag Hammadi.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 35 min06:49 – 18:24
- UV index
- 8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 7 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 30 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %98 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
Compare two months in Nag Hammadi
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Nag Hammadi: score 100 against 50. In February, days are 11 °C cooler than in October.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 50 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 36° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 8° |
| Sunshine | 8.9 h | 8.9 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Rainfall | 0 mm | 0 mm |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Nag Hammadi month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
97January23° · 8.1 h
In January, Nag Hammadi is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Nag Hammadi.
Nag Hammadi in January100February25° · 8.9 h
In February, Nag Hammadi is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Nag Hammadi.
Nag Hammadi in February83March30° · 9.6 h
In March, Nag Hammadi is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Nag Hammadi.
Nag Hammadi in March50April35° · 10.1 h
In April, Nag Hammadi is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Nag Hammadi.
Nag Hammadi in April50May40° · 10.6 h
In May, Nag Hammadi is very hot: daytime highs average 40 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. With around 10.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Nag Hammadi.
Nag Hammadi in May50June42° · 11.7 h
In June, Nag Hammadi is very hot: daytime highs average 42 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. With around 11.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Nag Hammadi.
Nag Hammadi in June50July42° · 11.2 h
In July, Nag Hammadi is very hot: daytime highs average 42 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. With around 11.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Nag Hammadi.
Nag Hammadi in July50August42° · 10.2 h
In August, Nag Hammadi is very hot: daytime highs average 42 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Nag Hammadi.
Nag Hammadi in August50September40° · 9.7 h
In September, Nag Hammadi is very hot: daytime highs average 40 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. With around 9.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Nag Hammadi.
Nag Hammadi in September50October36° · 8.9 h
In October, Nag Hammadi is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Nag Hammadi.
Nag Hammadi in October85November29° · 8.9 h
In November, Nag Hammadi is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Nag Hammadi.
Nag Hammadi in November97December24° · 8.2 h
In December, Nag Hammadi is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Nag Hammadi.
Nag Hammadi in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate tableWarmest in July: 42°
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Nag Hammadi
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
PleasantOctober: nights around 17°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open.
The coolest nights are in January (7°), the warmest in July (23°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from May to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in April and in October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average in January, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 97 | 23° | 7° | 8.1 h | 0 | 0 |
| FebruaryFeb | 100 | 25° | 8° | 8.9 h | 0 | 0 |
| MarchMar | 83 | 30° | 12° | 9.6 h | 0 | 0 |
| AprilApr | 50 | 35° | 16° | 10.1 h | 0 | 0 |
| MayMay | 50 | 40° | 21° | 10.6 h | 0 | 0 |
| JuneJun | 50 | 42° | 22° | 11.7 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 50 | 42° | 23° | 11.2 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 50 | 42° | 23° | 10.2 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 50 | 40° | 21° | 9.7 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 50 | 36° | 17° | 8.9 h | 0 | 0 |
| NovemberNov | 85 | 29° | 13° | 8.9 h | 0 | 0 |
| DecemberDec | 97 | 24° | 8° | 8.2 h | 0 | 1 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
26.05° N, 32.24° E · 78 m · Africa/Cairo
Sunshine3,530 hours a year
Sunshine hours in Nag Hammadi
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 8.9 of 11.6 hours of daylight in Nag Hammadi, 77 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain2 mm a year, most in December
Rain in Nag Hammadi: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, it hardly ever rains in Nag Hammadi: 0 mm in the whole month.
UV indexUp to 12 in June
UV index in Nag Hammadi
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 8 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 30 min
- Olive skin
- about 40 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & cloudsWindiest in June: 20 km/h
Wind and clouds in Nag Hammadi
How breezy and how cloudy Nag Hammadi is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Nag Hammadi typically peaks at 15 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 7 % of the sky over Nag Hammadi: mostly clear, with about 8.9 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity240 days of 30° or more a year
Heat and humidity in Nag Hammadi
How often the day gets hot in Nag Hammadi (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Nag Hammadi has about 30 hot days, with an average daytime high of 36 °C: often hot. Avoid the midday sun, look for shade and drink plenty.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
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Nag Hammadi in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Nag Hammadi has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 97) and its weakest during May half-term (score 50).
- 60
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 34 °C by day
- 10.0 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 50
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 40 °C by day
- 10.8 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 50
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 42 °C by day
- 10.5 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 50
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 36 °C by day
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 97
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 23 °C by day
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 5 h 15 min
- Distance
- 3,940 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Egypt
- Currency
- Egyptian Pound (EGP)
- Language
- Arabic
- Sockets
- Type C, F · 220 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +20
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Nag Hammadi vs Girga
In October the holiday weather in Nag Hammadi and Girga is about equally good (score 50 vs 50). During the day Girga is 1 °C cooler than Nag Hammadi.
| in October | Nag Hammadi | Girga |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 50 | 50 |
| Daytime high | 36° | 35° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Best time | Nov – Feb | Nov – Mar |
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Frequently asked questions about Nag Hammadi
When is the best time to visit Nag Hammadi?
The best time to visit Nag Hammadi is from November to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Nag Hammadi?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 42 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 23 °C.
When does it rain most in Nag Hammadi?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 2 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Nag Hammadi get?
Nag Hammadi gets around 3,530 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 11.7 hours a day; in January there are 8.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Nag Hammadi in?
Nag Hammadi is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Nag Hammadi?
A nonstop flight from London to Nag Hammadi takes about 5 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,940 km.
Which school holidays are best for Nag Hammadi?
Nag Hammadi has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 97) and its weakest during May half-term (score 50). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 60, May half-term 50, summer holidays 50, October half-term 50, Christmas holidays 97.