Pyramid of Teti
Saqqara, Egypt
The Pyramid of Teti is a smooth-sided Egyptian pyramid located within the Memphite necropolis. It was commissioned by Teti and is one of the many Egyptian pyramids in the Giza Governorate.
Planning a visit
The climate in Saqqara is warmest from May to September, when daily highs reach about 36 °C. The coolest months are January and February, with daily highs around 19 °C to 20 °C and lows of about 8 °C. Rainfall is minimal throughout the year, with most months seeing about 3 mm of rain over a few days.
Visitors can reach the site via Cairo International Airport, which is 31 km away. The pyramid is located 19 km from Cairo. Nearby sites include the Pyramid of Djoser, which is 0.7 km away, and the Serapeum of Saqqara, 0.9 km away. Other nearby locations are Memphis, the Red Pyramid, and Dahshur.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 36 °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 | 36 | 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 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 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.
