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El Qoseir in December sees high temperatures, with highs around 24°C (75°F) and overnight lows of 18°C (64°F). With just 1.4 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall on average, rain is rarely an issue.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for El Qoseir.
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47-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in El Qoseir typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 24°C (75°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 15°C (59°F) to 18°C (64°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for El Qoseir spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in El Qoseir between 2002 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
For El Qoseir in December, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. The water temperature sits at about 24°C (75°F), making it perfect for swimming and water activities. Don't forget to pack your favorite swimwear and perhaps some snorkel gear.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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