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January in Marsa Matrouh sees daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F) at night. As the wettest month of the year, keep in mind that rainfall is at its highest.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a good time to visit Marsa Matrouh.
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48-year average (1979-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Marsa Matrouh typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 18°C (64°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 10°C (50°F).
48-year average (1979-2026)
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 weather observations in Marsa Matrouh between 1994 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
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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).
For Marsa Matrouh in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. The water temperature sits at about 18°C (64°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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