Egypt (Hurghada) · October
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.
October is among the best months in Egypt (Hurghada): only 0 rain days, 33°C (91°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 33°C (91°F), cooling to 23°C (73°F) at night (daily average: 28°C (82°F)). Peaks reach around 38°C (100°F), the coldest nights around 19°C (66°F). With 11 sunshine hours per day, October is one of the sunniest months — 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain over 0 days. The water is a warm 28°C (82°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in October 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 October
- Light summer clothes
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is October a good time to visit Egypt (Hurghada)?
- Yes — October is one of the best months to visit Egypt (Hurghada) (Climate Score: 90/100). High temperatures (33°C (91°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 October?
- In October, Egypt (Hurghada) sees daily highs of 33°C (91°F). Nights cool to 23°C (73°F), with a daily average of 28°C (82°F). Peaks reach around 38°C (100°F), the coldest nights around 19°C (66°F).
- How much rain falls in Egypt (Hurghada) in October?
- In October, 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 October?
- Egypt (Hurghada) averages 11 sunshine hours per day in October — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Egypt (Hurghada) in October?
- Water temperature in Egypt (Hurghada) in October averages 28°C (82°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
