Is Hurghada comfortable in summer for beach holidays: how hot is it, is it windy, and what time of day is best to be outside?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 8 days ago
TL;DR
Hurghada is very hot in summer, especially in direct sun and where there’s no shade, but being near the water feels much easier because there’s usually wind. The most comfortable time for walks is in the evening, when a warm sea breeze picks up.
What the community said
Recent feedback says that even with summer heat around 34–35°C, the seaside climate feels fairly comfortable, but the constant wind can make you feel chilly after swimming: it may feel cool when you get out of the water until you dry off. Sea temperature in June was estimated at about 26–29°C.
8 days ago June: air 34–35°C, sea 26–29°C
In early July, travelers said daytime by the water in Hurghada felt manageable, so beach time was comfortable, and evening walks along the shore were especially pleasant because of the warm breeze.
8 days ago evening sea breeze
Recent feedback says Hurghada is almost always windy, but the feel changes from day to day: in summer it tends to be refreshing, while in winter it can feel much cooler.
8 days ago year-round wind in Hurghada
If you spend time walking in direct sun without shade, the heat feels intense. Travelers noted that even winter walks in Hurghada can feel hot, and summer is noticeably harsher.
8 days ago direct sun with no shade