The month in detail
What to expect in January
Even in winter, Marsa Alam enjoys 22°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Rain is virtually absent (1% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (9.7/10) remains theoretically better.
January ranks 7 out of 12 months in Marsa Alam. Compared to December: −3°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
8°
Sea
23°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
10.6h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 53
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Marsa Alam is April (9.7/10), 0.9 pt higher than January.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Egypt
🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyEgyptian Pound (£)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 36°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 22°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 2%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Marsa Alam ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
EgyptTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.7 → 5.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
25.07°N · 34.90°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Marsa Alam?
April is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 11.0h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of April & November offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Marsa Alam get in April?
Marsa Alam averages 11.0 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Marsa Alam?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Marsa Alam in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Marsa Alam good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Marsa Alam scores 8.6/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 9.5/10.
When should you avoid Marsa Alam?
August is the most difficult month to visit Marsa Alam, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Marsa Alam in January?
In January, the sea averages 23°C in Marsa Alam: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Marsa Alam in January?
The average UV index reaches 5 in January in Marsa Alam (moderate), with about 10.6h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.