Siwa Oasis
Egypt · North Africa
The best time to visit Siwa Oasis is January–March and October–December, when it is at its strongest for culture and nature & wildlife. Temperatures become comfortable and the Siwa Siyaha festival often takes place around the full moon, celebrating local peace and harvest.
Plan a trip to Siwa OasisMonth by month
| Month | Fit | Weather | Crowds & prices | What it's good for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8/10 | 18°C · 2 rain days | crowds 4/5 · prices 4/5 | Hiking, Nature & wildlife, Culture. Mild daytime temperatures make this an ideal month for exploring the Great Sand Sea and ancient ruins, though nights can get very cold. |
| February | 8/10 | 20°C · 1 rain days | crowds 4/5 · prices 4/5 | Hiking, Nature & wildlife, Culture. Pleasantly cool days and clear skies are great for desert safaris, visiting hot springs, and touring the Shali fortress. |
| March | 8/10 | 23°C · 1 rain days | crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 | Nature & wildlife, Culture, Hiking. Warming temperatures provide comfortable sightseeing conditions, though occasional khamsin wind and dust storms can occur. |
| April | 7/10 | 29°C · 0 rain days | crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 | Nature & wildlife, Culture, Road trips. Daytime temperatures rise close to 30C, making swimming in Cleopatra's spring and salt lakes increasingly appealing. |
| May | 6/10 | 34°C · 0 rain days | crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 | Hot desert conditions set in with daytime highs frequently exceeding 34C, curtailing long outdoor excursions during midday. |
| June | 5/10 | 37°C · 0 rain days | crowds 1/5 · prices 1/5 | Intense summer heat dominates the oasis, significantly limiting daytime activities to shaded gardens or spring pools. |
| July | 5/10 | 38°C · 0 rain days | crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 | Searing daytime heat peaks around 38C; traditional hot sand bath therapy season begins around Dakrour Mountain. |
| August | 5/10 | 38°C · 0 rain days | crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 | Peak heat continues, with sand bathing health tourism active, but standard touring and desert expeditions remain challenging. |
| September | 6/10 | 35°C · 0 rain days | crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 | Late summer remains hot but begins to moderate towards the end of the month as the date harvest gets underway. |
| October | 9/10 | 30°C · 0 rain days | crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 | Culture, Nature & wildlife, Road trips. Temperatures become comfortable and the Siwa Siyaha festival often takes place around the full moon, celebrating local peace and harvest. |
| November | 9/10 | 25°C · 1 rain days | crowds 4/5 · prices 4/5 | Hiking, Nature & wildlife, Road trips. Excellent weather with warm days and cool evenings, ideal for dune driving, camping in the desert, and olive harvesting. |
| December | 8/10 | 20°C · 1 rain days | crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 | Hiking, Nature & wildlife, Culture. High tourist influx around holiday breaks due to crisp sunny days and excellent conditions for exploring cultural sites. |
Getting in
Israeli passport: Complicated entry · up to 14 days — Sinai resorts are visa-free for 14 days; mainland travel requires visa or eVisa.
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