Marsa Matruh weather in January (Matruh , Egypt)

Curious about the January weather in Marsa Matruh? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Marsa Matruh the weather in January is generally perfect, characterized by pleasant temperatures and low rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 18°C, while nights can cool down to about 12°C. This period usually represents the year's more moderate temperatures, but it's far from being chilly.

Marsa Matruh in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 26 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 9 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 196 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Marsa Matruh climate page with graphs.

 

Marsa Matruh, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Water Temperature 18°C *  

Chance of Rain 29%  

Precipitation 26 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 196 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 65% *  

* Data from: Mersa Matruh, Egypt (3 KM, 1 Miles).

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Marsa Matruh in January?

For visitors traveling to Marsa Matruh, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. With a water temperature of around 18°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

7/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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