Black Pyramid
The Black Pyramid is a smooth-sided pyramid and archaeological site within the Memphite necropolis. Commissioned by Amenemhat III, it is one of the Egyptian pyramids located in Egypt.
Planning a visit
The weather is warmest from May to September, with daily highs reaching between 33 °C and 37 °C. The coolest months are January and February, when daily highs are around 19 °C to 20 °C and lows are about 8 °C. Rainfall is minimal throughout the year, with the most rain occurring in January, February, and March.
Visitors can reach the site via Cairo International Airport, which is 39 km away. The site is also 28 km from the capital, Cairo. While visiting the Black Pyramid, you can see nearby sites such as Dahshur, the Bent Pyramid, the Red Pyramid, Memphis, and the Pyramid of Djoser.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 37 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 19 | 20 | 24 | 29 | 33 | 36 | 37 | 36 | 34 | 30 | 25 | 20 |
| Average low, °C | 8 | 8 | 10 | 14 | 17 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 20 | 18 | 14 | 10 |
| Rainfall, mm | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Rainy days | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
