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El Alamein Weather in May
May is one of the excellent months to visit El Alamein, with daytime temperatures of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F) at night. Rainfall is minimal, averaging just 1.3 mm (0.1 in) for the month.
Rainfall in El Alamein in May
You can typically expect a single day of rain this month, averaging around 1.3 mm (0.1 in). If rain does fall, it tends to be very light and barely worth getting out an umbrella for.
Temperature in El Alamein in May
El Alamein has excellent weather in May, with days reaching 28°C (82°F) and nights cooling to 18°C (64°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. At 18°C (64°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
El Alamein Temperature in May
Min Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Max Temperature
28°C (82°F)
Chance of Rain
3%
Precipitation
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
Rainy days
a single day
El Alamein Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for El Alamein in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for El Alamein spanning 28 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
El Alamein historical weather extremes in May
Based on weather observations in El Alamein between 2000 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during May.
- On May 14, 2016, temperatures climbed to 43°C (109°F), marking the warmest May day on record.
- The coldest May day was on May 4, 2026, with a maximum of 20°C (68°F).
- El Alamein registered its coldest May night on May 1, 2007, with temperatures dropping to 9°C (48°F).
Best Places in Egypt in May
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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).
What to Wear in El Alamein in May
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear.
What To Do in El Alamein in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling8/10 -
Walking8/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports8/10
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