Visit Marsa Alam in January? Score 8.4/10 [2026]

Month summary

Marsa Alam weather in January

✅ Good

🌡️ Temperature min / max

59°F – 72°F

🌧 Rainy days

0% of days

☀️ Sunshine

10.1h per day on average

🌊 🌊 Season

Winter

⭐ ⭐ Weather score

8.4/10

📅 📅 Best month

April (9.3/10)

Quick decision

Should you visit Marsa Alam in January?

✅ Good

✅ Yes if: you want to combine beach, sightseeing and hiking — versatile weather (22°F, little rain).

❌ No if: you want to avoid tourist crowds — this is the busiest period.

🌧 Rain : ░░░░░░░░░░ 0%

🌡 Temperature : ██████░░░░ 72°F

☀️ Sunshine : ███████░░░ 10.1h/d

Our take: January in Marsa Alam is absolutely ideal if you prefer warm days without intense heat—think comfortable 15–22°C weather perfect for snorkeling, desert exploring, and beachside relaxation. You'll get nearly 10 hours of daily sunshine with zero rain, making every day reliably perfect for outdoor adventures. This is genuinely one of the best times to visit, especially if you're keen on active exploration without sweating through your clothes.

By trip type

Marsa Alam in January by trip type

🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season

Local context

What to expect in January

Even in winter, Marsa Alam enjoys 22°F. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Rain is virtually absent (0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (9.3/10) remains theoretically better.

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Annual table

Month-by-month comparison

Month	Min °F	Max °F	Rain %	Precip in	Sun h/d	Score
🌤️ January	59°F	72°F	0%	0.0in	10.1h	8.4/10
🌤️ February	61°F	73°F	1%	0.0in	10.4h	8.5/10
☀️ March	64°F	79°F	0%	0.0in	11.5h	9.2/10
☀️ April	72°F	84°F	0%	0.0in	12.0h	9.3/10
☀️ May	77°F	90°F	0%	0.0in	12.8h	8.6/10
☀️ June	82°F	93°F	0%	0.0in	13.0h	7.8/10
🥵 July	84°F	97°F	0%	0.0in	12.8h	6.9/10
🥵 August	86°F	97°F	0%	0.0in	12.1h	6.9/10
☀️ September	82°F	93°F	0%	0.0in	11.2h	7.6/10
☀️ October	77°F	88°F	0%	0.0in	11.0h	8.6/10
☀️ November	70°F	82°F	2%	0.0in	10.7h	9.3/10
☀️ December	64°F	77°F	1%	0.0in	10.1h	8.8/10

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 January, Marsa Alam averages 72°F, 0% rainy days and 10.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.4/10. See methodology →

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