City in Red Sea, Egypt
Hurghada weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Hurghada
Spring and autumn are warm with good sea temperatures. Dec–Feb is windy and cool (15–22°C); Jun–Aug is hot but the sea is warm; Christmas and Easter are busy.
Hurghada 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°C88°F | 24°C74°F | 0 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
| June | 34°C92°F | 26°C78°F | 0 mm | 45% | Hot |
| July | 35°C94°F | 27°C81°F | 0 mm | 46% | Hot |
| August | 35°C95°F | 28°C82°F | 0 mm | 48% | Hot |
| September | 33°C92°F | 26°C78°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 Hurghada?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Spring and autumn are warm with good sea temperatures. Dec–Feb is windy and cool (15–22°C); Jun–Aug is hot but the sea is warm; Christmas and Easter are busy.
When is the rainy season in Hurghada?
Rain peaks in January with about 2 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Hurghada?
August, with average highs of 35°C (95°F).
How cold does Hurghada 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
- Go Bus
- 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.