Merowe
City in Sudan
Merowe is located in Sudan, situated 328 km from the capital city of Khartoum. Visitors are drawn to the area by its notable UNESCO sights, including Jebel Barkal and El-Kurru.
What to see
The area features key historical points of interest designated as UNESCO sites. Travelers can visit Jebel Barkal and the ancient burial site at El-Kurru.
When to go
Temperatures vary significantly throughout the year. January and December are the coolest months, with daily highs of 26 °C to 28 °C and lows of 12 °C to 14 °C. From May through September, daily highs reach 41 °C with lows of 26 °C to 27 °C. Rainfall is extremely low year-round, with July and August recording the highest amounts at 4 mm and 6 mm respectively.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Dongola Airport, located 164 km away. Khartoum International Airport is located 330 km from Merowe.
Top sights in Merowe
Weather by month
The warmest month is June, with an average high of 41 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 26 | 28 | 33 | 38 | 41 | 41 | 41 | 41 | 41 | 38 | 32 | 28 |
| Average low, °C | 12 | 13 | 17 | 22 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 24 | 18 | 14 |
| Rainfall, mm | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Merowe (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.