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In Marsa Matrouh, August brings very high daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to 24°C (75°F). It is the driest month of the year, with minimal rainfall.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Marsa Matrouh. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Marsa Matrouh typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 31°C (88°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°F).
49-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Marsa Matrouh spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 46 years of weather observations (1980-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Marsa Matrouh.
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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).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Marsa Matrouh in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. With water temperatures around 26°C (79°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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