El Gouna Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
El Gouna experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from very warm days
to pleasant weather.
It experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation, with almost no rainfall.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in El Gouna is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 35°C in August to a pleasant 21°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 14°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
El Gouna is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 9.4 mm. Precipitation levels in El Gouna remain relatively steady throughout the year. January has the most rain, with 1.9 mm over 0 days. In June, this drops slightly to 0 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
El Gouna offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between July (11.7 hours daily) and December (8.3 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 21°C in February to 28°C in August.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in El Gouna.
The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 53%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 41%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit El Gouna in Egypt
During the months of January, February, March and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 35°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 21°C.
January tops the wettest month list with 2 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 352 hours of sunshine.
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