Hurghada

Red Sea Weather & Climate: Egypt

Climate by month across Red Sea, Egypt, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Red Sea

Whether you're visiting Red Sea in Egypt during the peak of August (34°C (93°F)) or the cooler months around January (21°C (70°F)), knowing what to pack starts with understanding the local climate. Our overview is based on data from Hurghada, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

The weather in Red Sea during January, February, March, November and December is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 21°C (70°F) to 26°C (79°F).

The hottest season always takes place in June, July and August.

Precipitation in Red Sea remains relatively steady throughout the year, ranging from 2 mm (0.1 in) in October to 0 mm (0 in) in August. Dry weather predominates across the year.

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for July, when daylight hours are at their peak.

Explore Red Sea by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Red Sea — and find the best time to visit. (based on Hurghada)

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Hurghada Abu Dabab Al-Qusayr Marsa Alam City Coraya Bay Safaga
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Climate map of Red Sea

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Hurghada 21°C (70°F) 34°C (93°F) 14°C (57°F) 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 3,540 hours
Abu Dabab 23°C (73°F) 35°C (95°F) 16°C (61°F) 29°C (84°F) 8.8 mm (0.3 in)
Al-Qusayr 22°C (72°F) 34°C (93°F) 16°C (61°F) 29°C (84°F) 7.7 mm (0.3 in)
Marsa Alam City 23°C (73°F) 35°C (95°F) 16°C (61°F) 29°C (84°F) 9.4 mm (0.4 in)
Coraya Bay 23°C (73°F) 35°C (95°F) 16°C (61°F) 29°C (84°F) 7.5 mm (0.3 in)
Safaga 22°C (72°F) 36°C (97°F) 14°C (57°F) 29°C (84°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 3,540 hours

Places in Red Sea, Egypt

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