Is Egypt windy in August and December, and where can you swim when the sea is rough?

November is usually not very windy, although conditions can vary day by day; even mid-November may have no strong wind. A windier period more often starts around mid-December and lasts through March, but not every day.

In August, the breeze can be welcome because it makes the intense coastal heat more comfortable. Beaches are often windier in the morning, with conditions frequently calming down by evening.

Wind is not limited to winter: December can bring cold, very windy days, although conditions vary substantially from year to year. A few particularly windy days can also occur in March.

If waves are strong on the main beach, a calmer area may be found to the left. For snorkeling, travelers recommend walking farther left to a small lagoon opposite a marker in the sand; at high tide, a strong current can carry swimmers back toward the beach.