Egypt (Hurghada) · March
Best travel monthTravel seasonEgypt · Africa
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 23° (73°)28° (82°) | 25° (77°)29° (84°) | 27° (81°)33° (91°) | 31° (88°)38° (100°) | 35° (95°)40° (104°) | 37° (99°)42° (108°) | 39° (102°)42° (108°) | 39° (102°)41° (106°) | 36° (97°)40° (104°) | 33° (91°)38° (100°) | 29° (84°)33° (91°) | 25° (77°)29° (84°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | 12° (54°)8° (46°) | 14° (57°)9° (48°) | 16° (61°)12° (54°) | 20° (68°)14° (57°) | 24° (75°)19° (66°) | 27° (81°)23° (73°) | 29° (84°)25° (77°) | 29° (84°)26° (79°) | 27° (81°)23° (73°) | 23° (73°)19° (66°) | 19° (66°)14° (57°) | 15° (59°)10° (50°) |
☀️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 · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
March is among the best months in Egypt (Hurghada): only 0 rain days, 27°C (81°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 27°C (81°F), cooling to 16°C (61°F) at night (daily average: 22°C (72°F)). Peaks reach around 33°C (91°F), the coldest nights around 12°C (54°F). With 11 sunshine hours per day, March is one of the sunniest months — 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain over 0 days. Sea temperature is 23°C (73°F) — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in March 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 March
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit Egypt (Hurghada)?
- Yes — March is one of the best months to visit Egypt (Hurghada) (Climate Score: 90/100). Pleasant temperatures (27°C (81°F)), good sunshine (11 h/day), and few rain days (0) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Egypt (Hurghada) in March?
- In March, Egypt (Hurghada) sees daily highs of 27°C (81°F). Nights cool to 16°C (61°F), with a daily average of 22°C (72°F). Peaks reach around 33°C (91°F), the coldest nights around 12°C (54°F).
- How much rain falls in Egypt (Hurghada) in March?
- In March, 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 March?
- Egypt (Hurghada) averages 11 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Egypt (Hurghada) in March?
- Water temperature in Egypt (Hurghada) in March averages 23°C (73°F) — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
