Town in Red Sea, Egypt
El Gouna weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to El Gouna
Spring and autumn are warm and windy, good for kitesurfing. Dec–Feb is cooler and busiest with winter sun seekers; Jun–Aug is hot.
El Gouna weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan21°2 mm
- Feb22°1 mm
- Mar25°2 mm
- Apr28°1 mm
- May31°0 mm
- Jun34°0 mm
- Jul35°0 mm
- Aug35°0 mm
- Sep33°0 mm
- Oct30°2 mm
- Nov27°1 mm
- Dec23°1 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C70°F | 16°C60°F | 2 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| February | 22°C72°F | 16°C61°F | 1 mm | 54% | Pleasant |
| March | 25°C77°F | 18°C64°F | 2 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
| April | 28°C82°F | 20°C69°F | 1 mm | 48% | Pleasant |
| May | 31°C89°F | 24°C74°F | 0 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
| June | 34°C92°F | 26°C78°F | 0 mm | 45% | Hot |
| July | 35°C95°F | 27°C81°F | 0 mm | 46% | Hot |
| August | 35°C95°F | 28°C82°F | 0 mm | 48% | Hot |
| September | 33°C92°F | 26°C79°F | 0 mm | 53% | Hot |
| October | 30°C87°F | 24°C75°F | 2 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| November | 27°C80°F | 21°C70°F | 1 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| December | 23°C73°F | 18°C64°F | 1 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
Best months across Egypt
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Cairo | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (39°C) |
| Luxor | Nov–Mar | Aug (42°C) |
| Hurghada | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (35°C) |
| Sharm El Sheikh | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (39°C) |
| Aswan | Nov–Mar | Aug (44°C) |
| Dahab | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (42°C) |
| Alexandria | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (34°C) |
| Giza | Feb–Mar, Oct–Dec | Jul (39°C) |
| Marsa Alam | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| El Gouna | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (35°C) |
| Siwa Oasis | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (38°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit El Gouna?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Spring and autumn are warm and windy, good for kitesurfing. Dec–Feb is cooler and busiest with winter sun seekers; Jun–Aug is hot.
When is the rainy season in El Gouna?
Rain peaks in January with about 2 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in El Gouna?
August, with average highs of 35°C (95°F).
How cold does El Gouna get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 16°C (60°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities
- El Gouna
- UK FCDO travel advice: Egypt
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.