Egypt weather in January
In January, popular resorts in Egypt (Hurghada, Sharm el Sheikh, Marsa Alam, El Gouna, Dahab) average 21°C by day and 15°C at night, and the sea is about 20°C. On average 2 mm of rain falls during the month.
That is 2°C cooler than in December, and in February days average 23°C.
It is warm, but often too cool for the beach, better for sightseeing. The sea is cool, swimming only for the hardy.
Warmest resorts in Egypt in January
| Place | Day | Night | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marsa Alam | 22°C | 16°C | 21°C | 4 mm |
| Sharm el Sheikh | 22°C | 14°C | 20°C | 2 mm |
| Hurghada | 21°C | 15°C | 20°C | 2 mm |
| El Gouna | 21°C | 15°C | 20°C | 2 mm |
| Safaga | 21°C | 8°C | 23°C | 1 mm |
| Dahab | 19°C | 7°C | 20°C | 3 mm |
Egypt weather in other months
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FAQ
Is it warm in Egypt in January?
In January, popular resorts in Egypt (Hurghada, Sharm el Sheikh, Marsa Alam, El Gouna, Dahab) average 21°C by day and 15°C at night, and the sea is about 20°C. On average 2 mm of rain falls during the month. It is warm, but often too cool for the beach, better for sightseeing.
What is the sea temperature in Egypt in January?
About 20°C on average. The warmest water is in Safaga (23°C).
Where is it warmest in Egypt in January?
The warmest place is Marsa Alam (22°C by day), followed by Sharm el Sheikh (22°C) and Hurghada (21°C).
Does it rain in Egypt in January?
On average 2 mm of rain falls in the month. It is very dry, rain is rare.
Long-term averages from NASA POWER data (MERRA-2, 2001-2020 reanalysis, CC BY 4.0). Sea temperature is the average water surface temperature at the nearest grid point over the sea. This is climate, not a forecast for a specific day.