AI-generatedAin Sokhna at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – May, Sep – Nov
- Warmest month
- Jul · 37°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 27.8°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,350 h
- Rain a year
- 13 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 8 m
Climate in Ain Sokhna
Ain Sokhna has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. July is the warmest month with average highs of 37 °C, while January is the coolest at 19 °C. With around 3,350 hours of sunshine a year, Ain Sokhna is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 11.9 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Ain Sokhna
The best time to visit Ain Sokhna is from April to May and from September to November. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from May to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to March. From June to September it can get very hot, with highs of up to 37 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 13 mm fall in an average year.
Ain Sokhna through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Ain Sokhna in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 24–33 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 9.6 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Ain Sokhna in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 35–37 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 11.5 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Ain Sokhna in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 25–34 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Ain Sokhna in winter
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 19–21 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
May – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – Mar
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jun – Sep
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: April – May, September – November
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 22°
- Midday, 13:00: about 29°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 29°
- Evening, 20:00: about 25°
- Night, 23:00: about 22°
06:5118:21
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:36–07:23 · evening 17:49–18:36
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:27–06:36 · evening 18:36–18:45
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Ain Sokhna compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 31° at the start of the month to 27° at the end. The sea cools from 26° to 25°. The days get 0.8 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 20° | 18° |
| Sea | 26° | 25° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.1 h |
What is the weather like in Ain Sokhna in October?
In October, Ain Sokhna is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Ain Sokhna.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 30 min06:51 – 18:21
- UV index
- 7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 15 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 12 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %87 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
Compare two months in Ain Sokhna
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October and November bring similar holiday weather to Ain Sokhna (score 97 and 93). In November, days are 5 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 2 °C cooler in November. The sun shines an hour less a day in November.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 97 | 93 |
| Daytime high | 30° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 16° |
| Sea | 25.7° | 23.6° |
| Sunshine | 8.2 hbetter | 7.6 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Rainfall | 1 mm | 1 mm |
| Muggy days | 1 | 0better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Ain Sokhna month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
39January19° · Sea 19° · 7.0 h
In January, Ain Sokhna is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ain Sokhna.
Ain Sokhna in January46February21° · Sea 18° · 7.4 h
In February, Ain Sokhna is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 17.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Ain Sokhna.
Ain Sokhna in February72March24° · Sea 18° · 8.6 h
In March, Ain Sokhna is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Ain Sokhna.
Ain Sokhna in March84April28° · Sea 20° · 9.5 h
In April, Ain Sokhna is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 19.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Ain Sokhna.
Ain Sokhna in April84May33° · Sea 22° · 10.8 h
In May, Ain Sokhna is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 21.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Ain Sokhna.
Ain Sokhna in May80June35° · Sea 24° · 11.9 h
In June, Ain Sokhna is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Ain Sokhna.
Ain Sokhna in June72July37° · Sea 27° · 11.9 h
In July, Ain Sokhna is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Ain Sokhna.
Ain Sokhna in July74August36° · Sea 28° · 10.7 h
In August, Ain Sokhna is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Ain Sokhna.
Ain Sokhna in August88September34° · Sea 27° · 9.5 h
In September, Ain Sokhna is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Ain Sokhna.
Ain Sokhna in September97October30° · Sea 26° · 8.2 h
In October, Ain Sokhna is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Ain Sokhna.
Ain Sokhna in October93November25° · Sea 24° · 7.6 h
In November, Ain Sokhna is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 23.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Ain Sokhna.
Ain Sokhna in November56December21° · Sea 21° · 6.9 h
In December, Ain Sokhna is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 20.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Ain Sokhna.
Ain Sokhna in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Ain Sokhna
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
PleasantOctober: nights around 19°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (11°), the warmest in August (24°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from April to May and from October to November.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 39 | 19° | 11° | 18.6° | 7.0 h | 1 | 2 |
| FebruaryFeb | 46 | 21° | 11° | 17.7° | 7.4 h | 1 | 3 |
| MarchMar | 72 | 24° | 13° | 18.2° | 8.6 h | 1 | 3 |
| AprilApr | 84 | 28° | 16° | 19.5° | 9.5 h | 0 | 1 |
| MayMay | 84 | 33° | 19° | 21.7° | 10.8 h | 0 | 1 |
| JuneJun | 80 | 35° | 21° | 24.4° | 11.9 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 72 | 37° | 23° | 26.7° | 11.9 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 74 | 36° | 24° | 27.8° | 10.7 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 88 | 34° | 22° | 27.2° | 9.5 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 97 | 30° | 19° | 25.7° | 8.2 h | 0 | 1 |
| NovemberNov | 93 | 25° | 16° | 23.6° | 7.6 h | 0 | 1 |
| DecemberDec | 56 | 21° | 12° | 20.9° | 6.9 h | 0 | 1 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Ain Sokhna
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 25.2 – 26.3 °C
Swimming season: May – Dec
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Ain Sokhna ranges from 17.7 °C in February to 27.8 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. In December the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 27.1 and 28.3 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 18.6° | 17.7° | 19.5° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 17.7° | 16.8° | 18.4° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 18.2° | 17.4° | 19.0° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 19.5° | 18.9° | 20.4° | fresh |
| MayMay | 21.7° | 21.2° | 22.4° | refreshing |
| JuneJun | 24.4° | 23.8° | 24.9° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 26.7° | 26.1° | 27.3° | warm |
| AugustAug | 27.8° | 27.1° | 28.3° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 27.2° | 26.6° | 27.6° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 25.7° | 25.2° | 26.3° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 23.6° | 22.8° | 24.3° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 20.9° | 20.4° | 21.6° | refreshing |
Sunshine hours in Ain Sokhna
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 8.2 of 11.5 hours of daylight in Ain Sokhna, 71 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Ain Sokhna: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, it hardly ever rains in Ain Sokhna: 1 mm in the whole month.
UV index in Ain Sokhna
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 7 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 25 min
- Light brown skin
- about 35 min
- Olive skin
- about 45 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Ain Sokhna
How breezy and how cloudy Ain Sokhna is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Ain Sokhna typically peaks at 15 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 15 % of the sky over Ain Sokhna: mostly clear, with about 8.2 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Ain Sokhna
How often the day gets hot in Ain Sokhna (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Ain Sokhna has about 12 hot days, with an average daytime high of 30 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Ain Sokhna
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Ain Sokhna in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Ain Sokhna has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 97) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 48).
- 80
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.2 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
- 83
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 11.0 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 73
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 36 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 11.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 97
October half-term
Oct
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 48
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 4 h 55 min
- Distance
- 3,630 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Ain Sokhna vs Suez
In October the holiday weather in Ain Sokhna and Suez is about equally good (score 97 vs 97). During the day it is about as warm in Suez as in Ain Sokhna. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Ain Sokhna | Suez |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 97 | 97 |
| Daytime high | 30° | 30° |
| Sea | 26° | 26° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 1 |
| Best time | Apr – May, Sep – Nov | Nov – Apr |
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Frequently asked questions about Ain Sokhna
When is the best time to visit Ain Sokhna?
The best time to visit Ain Sokhna is from April to May and from September to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Ain Sokhna?
The sea temperature in Ain Sokhna ranges from 17.7 °C in February to 27.8 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.
Can you swim in Ain Sokhna in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 25.7 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Ain Sokhna?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 37 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 19 °C.
When does it rain most in Ain Sokhna?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 13 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Ain Sokhna get?
Ain Sokhna gets around 3,350 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 11.9 hours a day; in December there are 6.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Ain Sokhna in?
Ain Sokhna is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Ain Sokhna?
A nonstop flight from London to Ain Sokhna takes about 4 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,630 km.
Which school holidays are best for Ain Sokhna?
Ain Sokhna has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 97) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 48). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 80, May half-term 83, summer holidays 73, October half-term 97, Christmas holidays 48.