Hurghada in September: weather, sea temperature and trips
In September Hurghada averages 32°C by day and 24°C at night, and the sea is about 27°C. Still hot, with a sea of about 27°C, and quieter after the school holidays. Good for snorkelling, though it remains a windy month.
Hurghada in September at a glance
| Average | |
|---|---|
| Day temperature | 32°C |
| Night temperature | 24°C |
| Sea temperature | 27°C (25.7°C to 30.2°C over the past 10 years) |
| Sunshine | 11 hours a day |
| Rain | Usually no rain |
| Daylight | 12.3 hours; sunrise about 06:30, sunset about 18:49 |
| Wind | The windiest time of year (about 6 days in 10) |
| UV index | 10 (very high) |
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 September
This is the coolest the sea gets all year. Average sea temperature: 28°C in August, 27°C in September and 27°C in October. 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 September
The sea stays warm all month, and boats are less crowded than in August. Paradise Island and Dolphin House are good choices; keep a spare day in case wind stops the boats.
Desert trips get easier towards the end of the month, and a buggy safari is more comfortable now than at the height of summer. The Grand Aquarium is a cool break from the heat.
Day-trip weather in September
| Trip | Day | Night |
|---|---|---|
| Luxor | 38°C | 21°C |
| Cairo and the pyramids | 33°C | 20°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 September
Schools go back in early September, so the resorts are quieter and hotel prices usually fall, while the sea is still at its warmest. It is one of the best-value months for a beach and snorkelling holiday.
What to book in September
What to pack for Hurghada in September
- 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
- A windproof layer for boat trips, as it is cooler on deck
- Reef shoes or water shoes for coral beaches and rocky entries
September in Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada and Marsa Alam
| Resort | Day | Night | Sea | Windy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharm El Sheikh | 34°C | 24°C | 27°C | rare |
| Hurghada | 32°C | 24°C | 27°C | 6/10 |
| Marsa Alam | 34°C | 25°C | 28°C | 6/10 |
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 September?
About 27°C on average. Over the past 10 years, readings for September ranged from 25.7°C to 30.2°C.
Is it warm enough to swim in Hurghada in September?
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 September?
Average highs are 32°C and lows 24°C, with about 11 hours of sunshine a day and usually no rain.
Is September a good time to visit Hurghada?
Still hot, with a sea of about 27°C, and quieter after the school holidays. Good for snorkelling, though it remains a windy month.
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
