Is swimming in pools and the sea comfortable at Egyptian Red Sea resorts in winter?

In Hurghada in February, the wind was persistent. Heated pools made swimming possible, although getting out felt chilly; the sea seemed too cold to enter. Strong sunshine warmed people up quickly once out of the water.

In December, strong wind at the pier in Seagate made even a walk uncomfortable: gusts blew off sunglasses and caused ear discomfort. The travelers skipped the water park, so choosing a hotel with a heated pool is a sensible winter precaution.

If a quiet room matters, a pool-view room may not be the best choice: the pool area can be noisy because of music, smoking, and other guests. A mountain-view room was reported to be quieter.