Egypt (Hurghada) · December
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 23° (73°)19– (66–)28 (82) | 25° (77°)18– (64–)29 (84) | 27° (81°)22– (72–)33 (91) | 31° (88°)25– (77–)38 (100) | 35° (95°)29– (84–)40 (104) | 37° (99°)33– (91–)42 (108) | 39° (102°)35– (95–)42 (108) | 39° (102°)35– (95–)41 (106) | 36° (97°)32– (90–)40 (104) | 33° (91°)29– (84–)38 (100) | 29° (84°)24– (75–)33 (91) | 25° (77°)20– (68–)29 (84) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 12° (54°)8– (46–)16 (61) | 14° (57°)9– (48–)17 (63) | 16° (61°)12– (54–)21 (70) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)25 (77) | 24° (75°)19– (66–)28 (82) | 27° (81°)23– (73–)30 (86) | 29° (84°)25– (77–)31 (88) | 29° (84°)26– (79–)31 (88) | 27° (81°)23– (73–)29 (84) | 23° (73°)19– (66–)26 (79) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)22 (72) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)17 (63) |
☀️Sunshine | 10h | 10h | 11h | 12h | 13h | 13h | 13h | 12h | 11h | 11h | 10h | 9h |
🌊Water Temp | 23° (73°) | 22° (72°) | 23° (73°) | 24° (75°) | 26° (79°) | 27° (81°) | 29° (84°) | 30° (86°) | 29° (84°) | 28° (82°) | 26° (79°) | 24° (75°) |
🌧Rain Days | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (0") | 0d0mm (0") | 0d0mm (0") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
December is among the best months in Egypt (Hurghada): only 0 rain days, 25°C (77°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 25°C (77°F), cooling to 15°C (59°F) at night (daily average: 19°C (66°F)). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 10°C (50°F). With 9 sunshine hours per day, December is one of the sunniest months — 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain over 0 days. Sea temperature is 24°C (75°F) — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in December are ideal.
Best diving season: the Red Sea with visibility up to 30 metres (98 ft) and no midsummer heat. Kitesurfers come for the steady winds, and trips to Luxor and Karnak are possible without battling the heat.
Packing list for Egypt (Hurghada) in December
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Egypt (Hurghada)?
- Yes — December is one of the best months to visit Egypt (Hurghada) (Climate Score: 81/100). Pleasant temperatures (25°C (77°F)), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (0) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Egypt (Hurghada) in December?
- In December, Egypt (Hurghada) sees daily highs of 25°C (77°F). Nights cool to 15°C (59°F), with a daily average of 19°C (66°F). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 10°C (50°F).
- How much rain falls in Egypt (Hurghada) in December?
- In December, Egypt (Hurghada) receives an average of 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain over 0 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Egypt (Hurghada) get in December?
- Egypt (Hurghada) averages 9 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Egypt (Hurghada) in December?
- Water temperature in Egypt (Hurghada) in December averages 24°C (75°F) — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
