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Abu Simbel, Egypt
Aswan · Egypt
Abu Simbel is a small town in Aswan, Egypt with a population of 5,000. Elevation: 620 ft (189 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Abu Simbel
Abu Simbel is a historic site comprising two massive rock-cut temples in the village of Abu Simbel, Aswan Governorate, Upper Egypt, near the border with Sudan. It is located on the western bank of Lake Nasser, about 230 km (140 mi) southwest of Aswan. Its latitude of 22° 20′ 13″ N is 1.0978°, which are 122 km, south of the tropic of Cancer.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,000 |
| Population Density | 578 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 620 ft (189 m) |
| Coordinates | 22.3457°, 31.6162° |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
| Country | 🇪🇬 Egypt |
| State / Province | Aswan |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (33°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.0 inches (1 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Abu Simbel
Abu Simbel is a small town in Egypt (Aswan) with a population of 5,000. The city sits at an elevation of 620 feet (189 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 92°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Cairo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.3°F |
| 47% above Egypt avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (33°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 620 ft (189 m) |
| Area | 8.7 sq mi (22.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 578/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 22.3457°N, 31.6162°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 92°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 92°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 92°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 89°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in |
Abu Simbel has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 61°F in January to 92°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 0.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Abu Simbel
0 stations within ~55 km.
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Museums in Abu Simbel
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abu Simbel Temples salvage documentation center |
Farmers Markets in Abu Simbel
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open market |
Hotels in Abu Simbel
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Abu Simbel
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Abu Simbel
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Abu Simbel
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Abu Simbel
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Abu Simbel
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Abu Simbel
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abu Simbel Airport | ABS | Medium Airport |
| Wadi Halfa Airport | WHF | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Abu Simbel
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Nubian Monuments from Abu Simbel to Philae | Cultural | 1979 |
| Temples of Abu Simbel |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Abu Simbel
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alrahman |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Egypt
7 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Abu Simbel?
Abu Simbel has a population of 5,000 residents and is located in Egypt. The population density is 578 people per square mile, spread across 8.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Abu Simbel?
Abu Simbel has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 92°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.0 inches.