Marsa Alam at a glance
- Best time
- Feb – May, Oct – Dec
- Warmest month
- Aug · 37°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 29.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,910 h
- Rain a year
- 7 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 18 m
Climate in Marsa Alam
Marsa Alam has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 37 °C, while January is the coolest at 23 °C. With around 3,910 hours of sunshine a year, Marsa Alam is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 11.8 hours a day.
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: February – May, October – December
What is the weather like in Marsa Alam in October?
In October, Marsa Alam is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Marsa Alam.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 36 min06:38 – 18:14
- UV index
- 8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)
- Muggy days
- 6 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 23 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 8 %on average
- Hot days
- 24 days30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC+3Africa/Cairo
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %91 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %100 %
- 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
Sea temperature in Marsa Alam
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 27.0 – 28.5 °C
Swimming season: All year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Marsa Alam ranges from 22.8 °C in February to 29.7 °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 29.0 and 30.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 23.3° | 22.7° | 24.2° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 22.8° | 22.2° | 23.4° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 22.9° | 22.1° | 23.6° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 23.7° | 23.2° | 24.4° | pleasant |
| MayMay | 25.5° | 24.9° | 26.1° | pleasant |
| JuneJun | 27.2° | 26.5° | 27.9° | warm |
| JulyJul | 28.9° | 28.2° | 29.7° | warm |
| AugustAug | 29.7° | 29.0° | 30.4° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 28.8° | 28.0° | 29.6° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 27.7° | 27.0° | 28.5° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 26.4° | 25.3° | 27.6° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 24.8° | 24.0° | 25.6° | pleasant |
Sunshine hours in Marsa Alam
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 9.9 of 11.6 hours of daylight in Marsa Alam, 85 % of the day.
Sunshine hours count the time with bright, direct sunshine (WMO definition, estimated from model data); daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Marsa Alam: 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 Marsa Alam: 1 mm in the whole month.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
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 | 83 | 23° | 14° | 23.3° | 9.6 h | 0 | 1 |
| FebruaryFeb | 88 | 24° | 15° | 22.8° | 10.2 h | 0 | 0 |
| MarchMar | 96 | 26° | 17° | 22.9° | 10.6 h | 0 | 0 |
| AprilApr | 99 | 30° | 20° | 23.7° | 11.3 h | 0 | 0 |
| MayMay | 91 | 33° | 24° | 25.5° | 11.6 h | 0 | 0 |
| JuneJun | 80 | 35° | 26° | 27.2° | 11.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 73 | 36° | 27° | 28.9° | 11.6 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 71 | 37° | 28° | 29.7° | 11.4 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 81 | 35° | 27° | 28.8° | 10.5 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 97 | 32° | 23° | 27.7° | 9.9 h | 0 | 1 |
| NovemberNov | 100 | 28° | 20° | 26.4° | 10.1 h | 1 | 2 |
| DecemberDec | 94 | 24° | 16° | 24.8° | 9.7 h | 0 | 2 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)
25.06° N, 34.89° E · 18 m · Africa/Cairo
Best time to visit Marsa Alam
The best time to visit Marsa Alam is from February to May and from October to December. For a beach holiday with the sea above 21 °C, go from February 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 37 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 7 mm fall in an average year.
Find your perfect month
Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Marsa Alam for you.
Your best months: March – April, November
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Feb – 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
Marsa Alam month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
83January23° · Sea 23° · 10 h
In January, Marsa Alam is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Marsa Alam.
Marsa Alam in January88February24° · Sea 23° · 10 h
In February, Marsa Alam is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 22.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Marsa Alam.
Marsa Alam in February96March26° · Sea 23° · 11 h
In March, Marsa Alam is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11 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 Marsa Alam.
Marsa Alam in March99April30° · Sea 24° · 11 h
In April, Marsa Alam is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Marsa Alam.
Marsa Alam in April91May33° · Sea 26° · 12 h
In May, Marsa Alam is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 25.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 12 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, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Marsa Alam.
Marsa Alam in May80June35° · Sea 27° · 12 h
In June, Marsa Alam is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 12 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Marsa Alam.
Marsa Alam in June73July36° · Sea 29° · 12 h
In July, Marsa Alam 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 12 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 31 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Marsa Alam.
Marsa Alam in July71August37° · Sea 30° · 11 h
In August, Marsa Alam is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 28 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 31 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Marsa Alam.
Marsa Alam in August81September35° · Sea 29° · 11 h
In September, Marsa Alam is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Marsa Alam.
Marsa Alam in September97October32° · Sea 28° · 10 h
In October, Marsa Alam is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Marsa Alam.
Marsa Alam in October100November28° · Sea 26° · 10 h
In November, Marsa Alam is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 20 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Marsa Alam.
Marsa Alam in November94December24° · Sea 25° · 10 h
In December, Marsa Alam is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 24.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Marsa Alam.
Marsa Alam in DecemberPlanning a trip to Marsa Alam
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 5 h 35 min
- Distance
- 4,190 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Frequently asked questions about Marsa Alam
When is the best time to visit Marsa Alam?
The best time to visit Marsa Alam is from February 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 Marsa Alam?
The sea temperature in Marsa Alam ranges from 22.8 °C in February to 29.7 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Marsa Alam in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Marsa Alam?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 37 °C and nights around 28 °C. January is the coolest month at 23 °C.
When does it rain most in Marsa Alam?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 7 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Marsa Alam get?
Marsa Alam gets around 3,910 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 11.8 hours a day; in January there are 9.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Marsa Alam in?
Marsa Alam uses the time zone Africa/Cairo: UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Marsa Alam?
A nonstop flight from London to Marsa Alam takes about 5 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 4,190 km.
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