AI-generatedMakadi Bay at a glance
- Best time
- Mar – May, Oct – Dec
- Warmest month
- Aug · 36°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 28.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,530 h
- Rain a year
- 8 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 5 m
Climate in Makadi Bay
Makadi Bay has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 36 °C, while January is the coolest at 22 °C. With around 3,530 hours of sunshine a year, Makadi Bay is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 11.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Makadi Bay
The best time to visit Makadi Bay is from March to May and from October to December. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from March to December. 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 36 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 8 mm fall in an average year.
Makadi Bay through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Makadi Bay in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 26–33 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Makadi Bay in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 35–36 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 11.2 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Makadi Bay in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 27–34 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Makadi Bay in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 22–23 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Mar – Dec
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: April, October – November
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: March – May, October – December
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 25°
- Midday, 13:00: about 31°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
06:4318:17
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 06:29–07:14 · evening 17:46–18:31
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:20–06:29 · evening 18:31–18:40
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 Makadi Bay compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 33° at the start of the month to 29° at the end. The sea cools from 28° to 27°. The days get 0.7 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 33° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 20° |
| Sea | 28° | 27° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.2 h |
What is the weather like in Makadi Bay in October?
In October, Makadi Bay is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Makadi Bay.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 34 min06:43 – 18:17
- UV index
- 7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 2 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 23 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 8 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 22 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %99 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %97 %
- 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 Makadi Bay
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October and November bring similar holiday weather to Makadi Bay (score 99 and 99). In November, days are 4 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in November.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 99 | 99 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 22° | 19° |
| Sea | 27.6° | 26.5° |
| Sunshine | 8.8 h | 8.7 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Rainfall | 2 mm | 1 mm |
| Muggy days | 2 | 0better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Makadi Bay month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
74January22° · Sea 23° · 8.0 h
In January, Makadi Bay is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Makadi Bay.
Makadi Bay in January81February23° · Sea 23° · 8.7 h
In February, Makadi Bay is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Makadi Bay.
Makadi Bay in February95March26° · Sea 23° · 9.4 h
In March, Makadi Bay is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Makadi Bay.
Makadi Bay in March97April29° · Sea 23° · 10.2 h
In April, Makadi Bay is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.2 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 Makadi Bay.
Makadi Bay in April92May33° · Sea 25° · 10.8 h
In May, Makadi Bay is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Makadi Bay.
Makadi Bay in May81June35° · Sea 26° · 11.6 h
In June, Makadi Bay is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.6 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 Makadi Bay.
Makadi Bay in June74July36° · Sea 28° · 11.4 h
In July, Makadi Bay is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.4 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 Makadi Bay.
Makadi Bay in July73August36° · Sea 29° · 10.6 h
In August, Makadi Bay is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.6 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 Makadi Bay.
Makadi Bay in August83September34° · Sea 28° · 9.7 h
In September, Makadi Bay is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.7 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, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Makadi Bay.
Makadi Bay in September99October31° · Sea 28° · 8.8 h
In October, Makadi Bay is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Makadi Bay.
Makadi Bay in October99November27° · Sea 27° · 8.7 h
In November, Makadi Bay is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 26.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Makadi Bay.
Makadi Bay in November86December23° · Sea 25° · 8.0 h
In December, Makadi Bay is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 24.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Makadi Bay.
Makadi Bay in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate tableWarmest in August: 36°
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Makadi Bay
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
WarmOctober: nights around 22°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 2 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (13°), the warmest in August (27°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from April to October; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in March and from November to December.
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 | 74 | 22° | 13° | 23.3° | 8.0 h | 0 | 1 |
| FebruaryFeb | 81 | 23° | 14° | 22.6° | 8.7 h | 0 | 1 |
| MarchMar | 95 | 26° | 17° | 22.5° | 9.4 h | 0 | 1 |
| AprilApr | 97 | 29° | 20° | 23.1° | 10.2 h | 0 | 0 |
| MayMay | 92 | 33° | 23° | 24.9° | 10.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| JuneJun | 81 | 35° | 25° | 26.3° | 11.6 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 74 | 36° | 27° | 28.0° | 11.4 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 73 | 36° | 27° | 28.9° | 10.6 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 83 | 34° | 25° | 27.9° | 9.7 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 99 | 31° | 22° | 27.6° | 8.8 h | 0 | 2 |
| NovemberNov | 99 | 27° | 19° | 26.5° | 8.7 h | 0 | 1 |
| DecemberDec | 86 | 23° | 15° | 24.8° | 8.0 h | 0 | 2 |
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
26.99° N, 33.90° E · 5 m · Africa/Cairo
Sea temperatureUp to 29° in August
Sea temperature in Makadi Bay
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 26.9 – 28.3 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Makadi Bay ranges from 22.5 °C in March to 28.9 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
From December to January 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 28.1 and 29.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 23.3° | 22.6° | 24.0° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 22.6° | 21.8° | 23.3° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 22.5° | 21.7° | 23.2° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 23.1° | 22.5° | 23.8° | pleasant |
| MayMay | 24.9° | 24.2° | 25.5° | pleasant |
| JuneJun | 26.3° | 25.7° | 27.0° | warm |
| JulyJul | 28.0° | 27.3° | 28.7° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.9° | 28.1° | 29.8° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 27.9° | 27.1° | 28.6° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 27.6° | 26.9° | 28.3° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 26.5° | 25.2° | 27.5° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 24.8° | 24.1° | 25.3° | pleasant |
Sunshine3,530 hours a year
Sunshine hours in Makadi Bay
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 8.8 of 11.6 hours of daylight in Makadi Bay, 76 % 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.
Rain8 mm a year, most in October
Rain in Makadi Bay: 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 Makadi Bay: 2 mm in the whole month.
UV indexUp to 12 in June
UV index in Makadi Bay
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 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 25 min
- Light brown skin
- about 30 min
- Olive skin
- about 40 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 & cloudsWindiest in June: 26 km/h
Wind and clouds in Makadi Bay
How breezy and how cloudy Makadi Bay 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 Makadi Bay typically peaks at 23 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 8 % of the sky over Makadi Bay: mostly clear, with about 8.8 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 & humidity186 days of 30° or more a year
Heat and humidity in Makadi Bay
How often the day gets hot in Makadi Bay (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, Makadi Bay has about 22 hot days, with an average daytime high of 31 °C: often hot. Avoid the midday sun, look for shade and drink plenty.
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 Makadi Bay
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Makadi Bay 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.
Makadi Bay has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 99) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 73).
- 96
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 10.0 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 90
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 25 °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 29 °C
- 10.9 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 99
October half-term
Oct
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 80
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 5 h 15 min
- Distance
- 3,960 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.
Good to know: Egypt
- Currency
- Egyptian Pound (EGP)
- Language
- Arabic
- Sockets
- Type C, F · 220 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +20
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Makadi Bay vs Safaga
In October Makadi Bay has the better holiday weather (score 99 vs 90). During the day Safaga is 2 °C warmer than Makadi Bay. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Makadi Bay | Safaga |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 99 | 90 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 33° |
| Sea | 28° | 28° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Best time | Mar – May, Oct – Dec | Feb – Apr, Oct – Dec |
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Frequently asked questions about Makadi Bay
When is the best time to visit Makadi Bay?
The best time to visit Makadi Bay is from March to May and from October to December. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Makadi Bay?
The sea temperature in Makadi Bay ranges from 22.5 °C in March to 28.9 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Makadi Bay in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Makadi Bay?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 36 °C and nights around 27 °C. January is the coolest month at 22 °C.
When does it rain most in Makadi Bay?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 8 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Makadi Bay get?
Makadi Bay gets around 3,530 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 11.6 hours a day; in January there are 8.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Makadi Bay in?
Makadi Bay is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Makadi Bay?
A nonstop flight from London to Makadi Bay takes about 5 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,960 km.
Which school holidays are best for Makadi Bay?
Makadi Bay has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 99) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 73). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 96, May half-term 90, summer holidays 73, October half-term 99, Christmas holidays 80.