What is the Red Sea like for swimming in Hurghada in June and July — water temperature, tides, and beach cleanliness?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 6 days ago
TL;DR
Travelers say the sea in Hurghada is generally comfortable for swimming in June and July: cooler in the morning and very warm by midday. Afternoon tides can affect the shoreline, but shallow-water bathing is still usually possible; occasional floating litter has been reported.
What the community said
By mid-July, travelers described the sea as good for swimming, and June conditions were also reported as comfortable. One downside is occasional floating litter, including plastic debris in the water.
6 days ago June–July
In early July, the water felt cooler in the morning and very warm later in the day. Travelers also noticed afternoon tide changes, but said it was still possible to relax in the shallow water near shore.
6 days ago tides
One report suggests that sea conditions can expose problems not noticed in a pool or home test: an item that seemed sealed beforehand started leaking in the sea. If you use a waterproof pouch or similar gear, it is worth checking it carefully for actual saltwater use.
6 days ago waterproof gear