Hurghada in July: weather, sea temperature and trips
In July Hurghada averages 34°C by day and 25°C at night, and the sea is about 27°C. Very hot, with a warm sea of about 27°C, and a little less windy than June. Best for sea trips and water parks.
Hurghada in July at a glance
| Average | |
|---|---|
| Day temperature | 34°C |
| Night temperature | 25°C |
| Sea temperature | 27°C (25.7°C to 30.9°C over the past 10 years) |
| Sunshine | 13 hours a day |
| Rain | Usually no rain |
| Daylight | 13.7 hours; sunrise about 05:59, sunset about 19:41 |
| Wind | Often windy (about 5 days in 10) |
| UV index | 11+ (extreme) |
Air, sea, sunshine and rain: long-term averages from Weather2Travel. Sea range: lowest and highest readings for the month over the past 10 years (SeaTemperature.info). Wind: share of days when the wind reached 30 km/h or more, ERA5 data for 2016 to 2025 via Open-Meteo. Sunrise and sunset on the 15th, Egypt time.
Sea temperature and swimming in July
The sea is warming up. Average sea temperature: 26°C in June, 27°C in July and 28°C in August. You can snorkel for an hour or more without feeling cold.
No wetsuit needed. A rash vest or an old T-shirt protects your back from the sun while you snorkel.
What's running in July
July is good for Dolphin House and the island trips: the water is warm and the days are long. A private yacht lets you choose a more sheltered reef if the wind picks up.
Land trips mean heat: Luxor is about 40°C, so if you go, drink plenty and wear a hat. Families spend hot afternoons at Makadi Water World.
Day-trip weather in July
| Trip | Day | Night |
|---|---|---|
| Luxor | 40°C | 23°C |
| Cairo and the pyramids | 35°C | 21°C |
Weather2Travel long-term averages. Luxor is inland, so its days are hotter and its nights cooler than on the coast.
Holidays and crowds in July
School summer holidays start across Europe, and UK families arrive from late July. Many Italian and Czech families come in July and August. It is the hottest time of year, so most people book sea trips by day and keep desert trips for the late afternoon.
What to book in July
What to pack for Hurghada in July
- Swimwear, sunglasses and a hat
- High-factor sun cream (SPF 50): the UV index is very high, even when a breeze makes it feel cooler
- Light, loose clothes that cover your shoulders, and a refillable water bottle: in the midday heat you need to drink often
- A windproof layer for boat trips, as it is cooler on deck
- Reef shoes or water shoes for coral beaches and rocky entries
July in Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada and Marsa Alam
| Resort | Day | Night | Sea | Windy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharm El Sheikh | 35°C | 25°C | 28°C | rare |
| Hurghada | 34°C | 25°C | 27°C | 5/10 |
| Marsa Alam | 35°C | 25°C | 28°C | 4/10 |
Hurghada weather by month
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Windy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C | 10°C | 23°C | 9 h | 3/10 |
| February | 22°C | 11°C | 22°C | 10 h | 4/10 |
| March | 25°C | 14°C | 22°C | 10 h | 5/10 |
| April | 28°C | 17°C | 23°C | 10 h | 4/10 |
| May | 31°C | 21°C | 24°C | 11 h | 5/10 |
| June | 33°C | 24°C | 26°C | 12 h | 6/10 |
| July | 34°C | 25°C | 27°C | 13 h | 5/10 |
| August | 34°C | 26°C | 28°C | 12 h | 6/10 |
| September | 32°C | 24°C | 27°C | 11 h | 6/10 |
| October | 30°C | 20°C | 27°C | 10 h | 4/10 |
| November | 27°C | 16°C | 26°C | 9 h | 2/10 |
| December | 23°C | 12°C | 24°C | 9 h | 2/10 |
Long-term averages from Weather2Travel. Windy days: share of days with wind of 30 km/h or more (ERA5, 2016 to 2025).
Frequently asked questions
What is the sea temperature in Hurghada in July?
About 27°C on average. Over the past 10 years, readings for July ranged from 25.7°C to 30.9°C.
Is it warm enough to swim in Hurghada in July?
Yes. At about 27°C the sea is at its warmest, and you can stay in for a long time without a wetsuit.
What is the weather like in Hurghada in July?
Average highs are 34°C and lows 25°C, with about 13 hours of sunshine a day and usually no rain.
Is July a good time to visit Hurghada?
Very hot, with a warm sea of about 27°C, and a little less windy than June. Best for sea trips and water parks.
Book or ask a question
Every tour on this page can be booked online from its page, with no prepayment: you pay on the day. To ask about dates, hotel pickup or private trips, write to us on WhatsApp at +20 101 337 0369 or Telegram at @sinbad_tour_bot, or call +20 100 687 2059.
Sources
- Weather2Travel: Hurghada climate by month
- SeaTemperature.info: Hurghada water temperature
- Climates to Travel: Hurghada climate (wind and khamsin)
- Open-Meteo: historical weather API (ERA5), wind 2016 to 2025
- timeanddate.com: daylight saving time in Egypt
- Weather2Travel: Cairo climate
- Weather2Travel: Luxor climate
