Egypt (Hurghada) · May
Best travel monthTravel seasonEgypt · Africa
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 23° | 25° | 27° | 31° | 35° | 37° | 39° | 39° | 36° | 33° | 29° | 25° |
MINMIN | 12° | 14° | 16° | 20° | 24° | 27° | 29° | 29° | 27° | 23° | 19° | 15° |
☀️Sunshine | 10h | 10h | 11h | 12h | 13h | 13h | 13h | 12h | 11h | 11h | 10h | 9h |
🌊Water Temp | 23° | 22° | 23° | 24° | 26° | 27° | 29° | 30° | 29° | 28° | 26° | 24° |
🌧Rain Days | 0d2mm | 0d1mm | 0d2mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d2mm | 0d0mm | 0d2mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
May is among the best months in Egypt (Hurghada): only 0 rain days, 34°C highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs reach 34°C with a daily average of 29°C — nights stay warm at 24°C. With 12 sunshine hours per day, May is one of the sunniest months — 0 mm of rain over 0 days. Sea temperature is 25°C — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in May are ideal.
Übergangszeit: Warm aber noch erträglich, das Rote Meer heizt sich auf. Beste Zeit für Wüstentouren ins Inland.
Packing list for Egypt (Hurghada) in May
- Luftige Kleidung aus Leinen oder Baumwolle
- Leichte Abendkleidung
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Egypt (Hurghada)?
- Yes — May is one of the best months to visit Egypt (Hurghada) (Climate Score: 94/100). Pleasant temperatures (34°C), good sunshine (12 h/day), and few rain days (0) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Egypt (Hurghada) in May?
- In May, Egypt (Hurghada) sees daily highs of 34°C. Nights cool to 24°C, with a daily average of 29°C.
- How much rain falls in Egypt (Hurghada) in May?
- In May, Egypt (Hurghada) receives an average of 0 mm of rain over 0 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Egypt (Hurghada) get in May?
- Egypt (Hurghada) averages 12 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Egypt (Hurghada) in May?
- Water temperature in Egypt (Hurghada) in May averages 25°C — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
