EG Marsa Alam · Summer

Marsa Alam weather
in August

Tough conditions in August. Consider April if possible.

Open-Meteo · 10 years · 12 months compared · 25.07°N 34.90°E
97°FMax temperature
0%Rainy days
12.1hSunshine / day

Marsa Alam weather in August

✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
86°F – 97°F
🌧 Rainy days
0% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.1h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.9/10
📅 📅 Best month
April (9.3/10)

Should you visit Marsa Alam in August?

✅ Good

✅ Yes if: you want to explore cultural sites and local food.

❌ No if: you need guaranteed sunshine for photos or outdoor activities.

🌧 Rain : ░░░░░░░░░░ 0%
🌡 Temperature : █████████░ 97°F
☀️ Sunshine : █████████░ 12.1h/d

Our take: August in Marsa Alam is brutally hot and dry—we're talking 30–36°C with virtually zero rain and blazing sunshine. It's perfect if you love heat and want to dive or snorkel in crystal-clear water, but honestly, you'll be melting on land. Pack serious sunscreen and plan most activities for early morning or late evening.

Marsa Alam in August by trip type

What to expect in August

In the height of summer, Marsa Alam sees high temperatures (36°F). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. Rain is virtually absent (0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. April (9.3/10) is significantly better if possible.

All months for Marsa Alam

Month-by-month comparison

MonthMin °FMax °FRain %Precip inSun h/dScore
🌤️ January59°F72°F0%0.0in10.1h8.4/10
🌤️ February61°F73°F1%0.0in10.4h8.5/10
☀️ March64°F79°F0%0.0in11.5h9.2/10
☀️ April72°F84°F0%0.0in12.0h9.3/10
☀️ May77°F90°F0%0.0in12.8h8.6/10
☀️ June82°F93°F0%0.0in13.0h7.8/10
🥵 July84°F97°F0%0.0in12.8h6.9/10
🥵 August86°F97°F0%0.0in12.1h6.9/10
☀️ September82°F93°F0%0.0in11.2h7.6/10
☀️ October77°F88°F0%0.0in11.0h8.6/10
☀️ November70°F82°F2%0.0in10.7h9.3/10
☀️ December64°F77°F1%0.0in10.1h8.8/10
Ideal Fair Challenging climate ◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In August, Marsa Alam averages 97°F, 0% rainy days and 12.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.9/10. See methodology →

August vs April (best month)

The best month is April (score 9.3/10). Difference:

FAQ — Marsa Alam in August

Is August a good time to visit Marsa Alam?
August is an acceptable time for Marsa Alam (score 6.9/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider April (9.3/10) if possible.
Is it too hot in Marsa Alam in August?
Temperatures reach 97°F. It's intense but manageable with sunscreen and water. Sunshine: 12.1h/day.

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