Hurghada Weather by Month helps you choose the time for the beach, sea trips and excursions around Egypt. The resort is suitable for a holiday almost all year round: there is a lot of sun, little rain, and the Red Sea stays warm even in winter.
In winter it can be windy, in spring it warms up quickly, summer is very hot, and autumn is considered one of the most comfortable seasons. Below are approximate air and water temperatures to help you compare the months.
Air and sea temperature by month
The values in the table are approximate. Compare them together with the features of the season: wind matters in winter, strong heat in summer.
| Month | Air by day, °C | Sea, °C |
|---|---|---|
| January | +20…+23 | about +23 |
| February | +21…+24 | about +22 |
| March | +24…+27 | +22…+23 |
| April | +27…+30 | about +23 |
| May | +31…+34 | about +25 |
| June | +34…+37 | +26…+27 |
| July | +35…+38 | about +28 |
| August | +35…+38 and higher | about +29 |
| September | +33…+36 | about +28 |
| October | +30…+33 | about +27 |
| November | +26…+29 | about +26 |
| December | +22…+25 | +24…+25 |
Weather in Hurghada in January
By day it is usually around +20…+23 °C, cooler in the evening. The Red Sea keeps a temperature of about +23 °C. You can swim, but the main downside of January is the wind.
For a winter holiday it is better to choose hotels with sheltered beaches. Warm water alone does not mean the shore will be just as comfortable: take the wind into account when choosing a hotel.
On the other hand, January is good for trips to Luxor, Cairo and safaris. If you want to combine a beach holiday with history, consider the excursion "Luxor from Hurghada (Small Group)".
Weather in Hurghada in February
By day it is usually around +21…+24 °C, and the sea temperature is about +22 °C. February can also be windy, so warm clothes will come in handy for the evening.
For the beach this is a cooler period. If you mainly want to swim for a long time in warm water, compare February with late spring or autumn.
February is very comfortable for Luxor, Cairo and desert excursions. One option for such a holiday is the trip "Super Cairo from Hurghada (No Shops + Nile)".
Weather in Hurghada in March
It gets noticeably warmer in March: the daytime temperature is usually around +24…+27 °C. The sea warms up to +22…+23 °C, but at the beginning of the month the water is cooler.
Closer to April swimming becomes more comfortable. March suits those who want to combine the beach with trips, rather than spend the whole holiday only by the sea.
This is a good time for safaris and excursions. To get to know the desert you can consider the program "Super Safari in Hurghada".
Weather in Hurghada in April
April is one of the most pleasant months for a holiday in Hurghada. The air warms up to about +27…+30 °C, and the sea temperature is about +23 °C.
It is already comfortable to relax on the beach, go to the islands, snorkel and dive. At the same time, for Luxor and Cairo there is not yet strong summer heat.
If you want a sea trip, take a look at the "All in One" sea trip. April lets you combine sea days with trips to historical places.
Weather in Hurghada in May
Real summer begins in May: by day it is usually +31…+34 °C. The Red Sea warms up to about +25 °C, and a beach holiday becomes the main reason to come.
This is an excellent month for sea trips, islands, diving and snorkeling. If you choose a holiday mainly for the sea, May is worth adding to the list of suitable months.
For an island trip you can consider the program "Paradise Hula Hula Island". A detailed description will help you choose a sea day to suit your interests.
Weather in Hurghada in June
By day it is usually +34…+37 °C, and the sea temperature is about +26…+27 °C. The sea is very comfortable, so yachts, islands and snorkeling are especially popular.
It is already quite hot for long excursions. If Luxor or Cairo are your main plans, compare June with the period from November to April.
The Orange Bay direction is suitable for a summer sea holiday. The program and conditions are available on the excursion page "Orange Bay (diving available)".
Weather in Hurghada in July
July is one of the hottest months: the daytime temperature is about +35…+38 °C. The Red Sea warms up to about +28 °C.
The best kind of holiday at this time is connected with the sea: beach, yachts and islands. You can choose July for very warm water, taking the strong daytime heat into account.
If you want to add a sea trip to the beach, consider the excursion "White Island and Evening Hurghada", an easy sea program with rest on the water. For long trips along historical routes the cooler months are more comfortable.
Weather in Hurghada in August
It is also very hot in August: +35…+38 °C and higher by day. But the sea is almost like warm milk, the water temperature is about +29 °C.
This is an excellent time for swimming, diving and snorkeling. If your main expectation from the holiday is the warmest possible sea, August fits that request.
You can complement the sea part of your holiday with the program "Full-Day Diving". Trips to Luxor and Cairo are harder to bear in August because of the heat.
Weather in Hurghada in September
By day about +33…+36 °C, the sea keeps a temperature of about +28 °C. The weather is still summery, but the heat gradually starts to ease.
September is excellent for the beach and sea excursions. The water stays very warm, so the month is interesting for those who come mainly to swim.
For a trip to an island look at the program "Orange Bay + Magawish". September is one of the especially suitable months for a warm sea.
Weather in Hurghada in October
Many people consider October one of the best months for a holiday in Hurghada. By day about +30…+33 °C, the sea keeps a temperature of about +27 °C.
The strong heat is already easing, and the water stays very warm. You can comfortably combine the beach, trips to Luxor and Cairo, and safaris.
For a historical trip consider "Luxor from Hurghada (Small Group)", and to get to know the desert the program "Super Safari in Hurghada". October is convenient for a holiday with different impressions.
Weather in Hurghada in November
By day it is usually +26…+29 °C, the sea temperature is about +26 °C. Swimming is comfortable, and there is no strong heat anymore.
Toward the end of November the evenings become cooler and wind appears more often. The beginning of the month is especially good for the beach and warm sea.
November is good for excursions too. If you want to add a trip to historical places to your beach holiday, look at the program "Super Cairo from Hurghada (No Shops + Nile)".
Weather in Hurghada in December
By day about +22…+25 °C, the sea keeps a temperature of about +24…+25 °C. You can swim, especially in calm weather, but it is already cool in the evening.
When choosing a winter hotel pay attention to a sheltered beach. In December the comfort of swimming depends not only on the water temperature but also on the wind.
The month is excellent for Luxor, Cairo and safaris. A desert trip option, the excursion "Super Safari in Hurghada".
When to go to Hurghada
May, June, September, October and the beginning of November are especially good for the beach and warm sea. The choice between them depends on how hot a weather you prefer.
For trips to Luxor, Cairo and the pyramids the period from November to April is more comfortable. You can compare the options on the pages "Luxor from Hurghada (Small Group)" and "Super Cairo from Hurghada (No Shops + Nile)".
The hottest months are July and August. The coolest are December, January and February. If you want to combine swimming and different trips, pay attention to April and October.
Can you swim in Hurghada in winter
Yes, people swim in the Red Sea all year round. In winter the water is usually around +22…+25 °C. The main discomfort is more often connected with the wind rather than the sea temperature.
For a winter holiday it is especially important to choose a hotel with a sheltered beach. It can be cool in the evening, and in February warm clothes will be useful. A holiday in this period is convenient to combine with excursions.
When is the sea in Hurghada the warmest
The warmest water is usually in July, August and September: about +28…+29 °C. These months suit those who mainly expect a warm sea from their holiday.
October is also good for swimming: the sea temperature is about +27 °C, and the strong heat is easing. In May the water is about +25 °C, in June about +26…+27 °C.
How to choose excursions by season
In the cooler months you can plan "Luxor from Hurghada (Small Group)" or the trip "Super Cairo from Hurghada (No Shops + Nile)". For desert landscapes consider "Super Safari in Hurghada".
In the warm season the sea and islands are especially interesting. One option is the excursion "Orange Bay (diving available)" or "Paradise Hula Hula Island". Choose a trip by your interests, taking into account the heat in summer and the wind in winter.
Other routes: "White Island and Evening Hurghada", "Bathyscaphe + Snorkeling" and "Eden Island in Hurghada". Find more tips about holidays in the section "Guide to Egypt".
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Questions and answers
When is the best time to go to Hurghada for the beach?
May, June, September, October and the beginning of November are especially good for the beach and warm sea.
Can you swim in winter?
Yes. In winter the sea is usually around +22…+25 °C. The main discomfort is more often connected with the wind, so it is better to choose a hotel with a sheltered beach.
Which months are the hottest?
July and August. By day about +35…+38 °C, and in August it can be even higher.
When is the water the warmest?
Usually in July, August and September: about +28…+29 °C.
When is it more comfortable to go to Luxor and Cairo?
For Luxor, Cairo and trips to the pyramids the period from November to April is more comfortable.
What is the weather in Hurghada in October?
By day about +30…+33 °C, the sea about +27 °C. The strong heat eases, and you can combine the beach and excursions.
What to consider for a holiday in February?
It can be windy in February. By day about +21…+24 °C, the sea about +22 °C. Warm clothes will be useful for the evening.
