Climate Insights for Al Farafra Oasis

Egypt

Hottest
July
39°C peak102°F peak
Coldest
January
6°C low43°F low
Wettest
March
1 mm rain0 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Al Farafra Oasis is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 4 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 1 mm of rainfall. Al Farafra Oasis is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.The climate in Al Farafra Oasis is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 0.1 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 0 in of rainfall. Al Farafra Oasis is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 43°F.

Temperature

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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 66°FAverage: 54°FMin: 43°FFebMax: 70°FAverage: 58°FMin: 46°FMarMax: 79°FAverage: 66°FMin: 53°FAprMax: 89°FAverage: 75°FMin: 61°FMayMax: 96°FAverage: 83°FMin: 68°FJunMax: 101°FAverage: 88°FMin: 74°FJulMax: 102°FAverage: 90°FMin: 76°FAugMax: 101°FAverage: 90°FMin: 77°FSepMax: 96°FAverage: 85°FMin: 72°FOctMax: 88°FAverage: 76°FMin: 65°FNovMax: 78°FAverage: 66°FMin: 55°FDecMax: 69°FAverage: 58°FMin: 47°F
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Temperatures in Al Farafra Oasis vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 39°C and an average of 32°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Al Farafra Oasis vary considerably across the year, with a 59°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 102°F and an average of 90°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 43°F and an average of 54°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 25°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

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Al Farafra Oasis is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 4 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 1 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Al Farafra Oasis is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 0.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 0 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 13km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 13km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 9km/hDecWind Speed: 10km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Al Farafra Oasis is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 10km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Al Farafra Oasis is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 6mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan12°54°F
Feb14°58°F
Mar19°66°F
Apr24°75°F
May28°83°F
Jun31°88°F
Jul32°90°F
Aug32°90°F
Sep29°85°F
Oct25°76°F
Nov19°66°F
Dec14°58°F

The best time to visit Al Farafra Oasis is during March, April, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 0 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 39°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Al Farafra Oasis is during March, April, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 0 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 102°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 43°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Al Farafra Oasis based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Al Farafra Oasis based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
6 °C43 °F
19 °C66 °F
10 km/h6 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
8 °C46 °F
21 °C70 °F
11 km/h7 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
12 °C53 °F
26 °C79 °F
13 km/h8 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
16 °C61 °F
31 °C89 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
May
20 °C68 °F
36 °C96 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
24 °C74 °F
38 °C101 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
25 °C76 °F
39 °C102 °F
12 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
25 °C77 °F
39 °C101 °F
12 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
22 °C72 °F
36 °C96 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
18 °C65 °F
31 °C88 °F
12 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
13 °C55 °F
25 °C78 °F
9 km/h6 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
8 °C47 °F
21 °C69 °F
10 km/h6 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in