Egypt (Marsa Alam) · January
Low seasonEgypt · Africa
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 22° | 24° | 26° | 30° | 33° | 36° | 36° | 36° | 35° | 31° | 27° | 24° |
MINMIN | 15° | 16° | 18° | 21° | 25° | 28° | 29° | 30° | 28° | 25° | 20° | 17° |
☀️Sunshine | 9h UV 7 | 10h UV 8 | 11h UV 9 | 12h UV 10 | 12h UV 10 | 12h UV 10 | 12h UV 10 | 11h UV 10 | 11h UV 9 | 10h UV 8 | 10h UV 7 | 9h UV 7 |
🌊Water Temp | 24° | 23° | 23° | 25° | 26° | 28° | 30° | 31° | 30° | 28° | 27° | 25° |
🌧Rain Days | 0d1mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d1mm | 0d2mm | 0d1mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.
January in Egypt (Marsa Alam) at 22°C is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are March, April, May, October, November, and December.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 22°C, cooling to 15°C at night (daily average: 18°C). With 9 sunshine hours per day, January is one of the sunniest months — 1 mm of rain over 0 days. Sea temperature is 23°C — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Packing list for Egypt (Marsa Alam) in January
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Egypt (Marsa Alam)?
- January is not an optimal month for Egypt (Marsa Alam) (Score: 82/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider March, April, May, October, November, and December.
- How warm is it in Egypt (Marsa Alam) in January?
- In January, Egypt (Marsa Alam) sees daily highs of 22°C. Nights cool to 15°C, with a daily average of 18°C.
- How much rain falls in Egypt (Marsa Alam) in January?
- In January, Egypt (Marsa Alam) receives an average of 1 mm of rain over 0 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Egypt (Marsa Alam) get in January?
- Egypt (Marsa Alam) averages 9 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Egypt (Marsa Alam) in January?
- Water temperature in Egypt (Marsa Alam) in January averages 23°C — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
