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El Qoseir Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit El Qoseir.
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Climate overview of El Qoseir
El Qoseir, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 34°C (93°F) in August, while winters cool to 22°C (72°F) in January.
With just 7.8 mm (0.3 in) of annual rainfall, the city has a dry, desert-like climate.
El Qoseir Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in El Qoseir - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in El Qoseir
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to comfortable in El Qoseir. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 34°C (93°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 22°C (72°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 29°C (84°F) in August to 16°C (61°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in El Qoseir
El Qoseir has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 7.8 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, El Qoseir enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In January, you can expect around 2 mm (0.1 in) of precipitation, while in June, El Qoseir receives about 0 mm (0 in). For more details, please visit our El Qoseir Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Water Temperature in El Qoseir
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 22°C (72°F) in February to 29°C (84°F) in August.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in El Qoseir by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in El Qoseir.
The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 56%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 48%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in El Qoseir
The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s (4 knots) and 4 m/s (8 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in October and highest during January, February, March, April, June, September, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit El Qoseir
Conditions in El Qoseir are generally most comfortable in January, February, March, April, November and December. They are typically least comfortable in July and August.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
excellent
Feb
excellent
Mar
excellent
Apr
excellent
May
very good
Jun
good
Jul
very hot
Aug
very hot
Sep
good
Oct
very good
Nov
excellent
Dec
excellent
- Best overall: January, February, March, April, November and December
- Warmest weather: June, July, August and September
- Best for swimming: Any time of year. The sea stays pleasantly warm year-round.
- Seasonal pattern: Very little rainfall year-round, with very warm summers and warm winters
Frequently asked questions about the climate in El Qoseir
What is the best time to visit El Qoseir?
January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in El Qoseir. In contrast, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions. El Qoseir has very little rainfall year-round, with very warm summers and warm winters.
What temperatures can I expect in El Qoseir?
Daytime highs range from 22°C (72°F) in January to 34°C (93°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 16°C (61°F) to 29°C (84°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does El Qoseir get?
Annual rainfall is around 7.8 mm (0.3 in). January is the wettest month with 2 mm (0.1 in), while June is the driest with 0 mm (0 in).
El Qoseir 3-Day Forecast
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