AI-generatedNuweiba at a glance
- Best time
- Mar – Apr, Oct – Nov
- Warmest month
- Jul · 39°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 27.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,490 h
- Rain a year
- 28 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 11 m
Climate in Nuweiba
Nuweiba has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. July is the warmest month with average highs of 39 °C, while January is the coolest at 21 °C. With around 3,490 hours of sunshine a year, Nuweiba is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 11.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Nuweiba
The best time to visit Nuweiba is from March to April and from October to November. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from March to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to March. From May to September it can get very hot, with highs of up to 39 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 28 mm fall in an average year.
Nuweiba through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Nuweiba in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 26–35 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Nuweiba in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 38–39 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 11.3 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Nuweiba in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 27–37 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Nuweiba in winter
Dec – Feb
Good
- 21–23 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Mar – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – Mar
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
May – Sep
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: 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 – April, October – November
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 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 32°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
06:4118:12
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 06:27–07:13 · evening 17:41–18:27
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:18–06:27 · evening 18:27–18:36
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 Nuweiba compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 35° at the start of the month to 30° at the end. The sea cools from 26° to 25°. The days get 0.8 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 35° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 19° |
| Sea | 26° | 25° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.1 h |
What is the weather like in Nuweiba in October?
In October, Nuweiba is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Nuweiba.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 31 min06:41 – 18:12
- UV index
- 7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 22 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 10 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 25 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %74 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %95 %
- 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 Nuweiba
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November has the better holiday weather in Nuweiba: score 98 against 90. In November, days are 6 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in November.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 90 | 98better |
| Daytime high | 33° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 22° | 16° |
| Sea | 25.9° | 24.8° |
| Sunshine | 8.7 h | 8.3 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Rainfall | 3 mm | 2 mm |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Nuweiba month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
67January21° · Sea 22° · 7.6 h
In January, Nuweiba is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Nuweiba.
Nuweiba in January77February23° · Sea 22° · 8.4 h
In February, Nuweiba is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Nuweiba.
Nuweiba in February91March26° · Sea 22° · 9.4 h
In March, Nuweiba is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Nuweiba.
Nuweiba in March93April31° · Sea 22° · 10.1 h
In April, Nuweiba is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Nuweiba.
Nuweiba in April80May35° · Sea 24° · 10.7 h
In May, Nuweiba is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 23.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Nuweiba.
Nuweiba in May65June38° · Sea 25° · 11.7 h
In June, Nuweiba is very hot: daytime highs average 38 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.7 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, June is a good month for a holiday in Nuweiba.
Nuweiba in June65July39° · Sea 27° · 11.3 h
In July, Nuweiba is very hot: daytime highs average 39 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.3 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 Nuweiba.
Nuweiba in July65August39° · Sea 28° · 10.9 h
In August, Nuweiba is very hot: daytime highs average 39 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.9 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, August is a good month for a holiday in Nuweiba.
Nuweiba in August71September37° · Sea 27° · 9.8 h
In September, Nuweiba is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.8 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 a good month for a holiday in Nuweiba.
Nuweiba in September90October33° · Sea 26° · 8.7 h
In October, Nuweiba is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Nuweiba.
Nuweiba in October98November27° · Sea 25° · 8.3 h
In November, Nuweiba is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 24.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Nuweiba.
Nuweiba in November81December23° · Sea 23° · 7.6 h
In December, Nuweiba is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 23.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Nuweiba.
Nuweiba in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Nuweiba
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.
The coolest nights are in January (10°), the warmest in August (26°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from May to October; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from March to April and in 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 | 67 | 21° | 10° | 22.2° | 7.6 h | 1 | 7 |
| FebruaryFeb | 77 | 23° | 11° | 21.6° | 8.4 h | 1 | 6 |
| MarchMar | 91 | 26° | 15° | 21.6° | 9.4 h | 1 | 5 |
| AprilApr | 93 | 31° | 18° | 22.1° | 10.1 h | 0 | 1 |
| MayMay | 80 | 35° | 22° | 23.6° | 10.7 h | 0 | 0 |
| JuneJun | 65 | 38° | 24° | 25.0° | 11.7 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 65 | 39° | 26° | 26.7° | 11.3 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 65 | 39° | 26° | 27.6° | 10.9 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 71 | 37° | 24° | 26.8° | 9.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 90 | 33° | 22° | 25.9° | 8.7 h | 0 | 3 |
| NovemberNov | 98 | 27° | 16° | 24.8° | 8.3 h | 0 | 2 |
| DecemberDec | 81 | 23° | 12° | 23.4° | 7.6 h | 1 | 4 |
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
Sea temperature in Nuweiba
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 25.2 – 26.6 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Nuweiba ranges from 21.6 °C in February to 27.6 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. 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 26.7 and 28.3 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 22.2° | 21.3° | 22.8° | refreshing |
| FebruaryFeb | 21.6° | 21.1° | 22.1° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 21.6° | 21.2° | 22.3° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 22.1° | 21.7° | 22.7° | refreshing |
| MayMay | 23.6° | 23.1° | 24.1° | pleasant |
| JuneJun | 25.0° | 24.3° | 25.9° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 26.7° | 25.9° | 27.3° | warm |
| AugustAug | 27.6° | 26.7° | 28.3° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 26.8° | 25.9° | 27.6° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 25.9° | 25.2° | 26.6° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 24.8° | 23.8° | 25.7° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 23.4° | 22.6° | 24.1° | pleasant |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Nuweiba
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 8.7 of 11.5 hours of daylight in Nuweiba, 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.
Rain
Rain in Nuweiba: 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 Nuweiba: 3 mm in the whole month.
UV index
UV index in Nuweiba
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 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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Nuweiba
How breezy and how cloudy Nuweiba 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 Nuweiba typically peaks at 22 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 10 % of the sky over Nuweiba: mostly clear, with about 8.7 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Nuweiba
How often the day gets hot in Nuweiba (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, Nuweiba has about 25 hot days, with an average daytime high of 33 °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 Nuweiba
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Nuweiba 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.
Nuweiba has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 92) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 65).
- 92
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 9.9 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 77
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 35 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.9 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 65
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 39 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 11.0 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 90
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 74
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 7.6 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 5 h 5 min
- Distance
- 3,820 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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Nuweiba vs Aqaba
In October Nuweiba has the better holiday weather (score 90 vs 84). During the day Aqaba is 1 °C warmer than Nuweiba. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Nuweiba | Aqaba |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 90 | 84 |
| Daytime high | 33° | 34° |
| Sea | 26° | 26° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Best time | Mar – Apr, Oct – Nov | Mar – Apr, Oct – Nov |
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Frequently asked questions about Nuweiba
When is the best time to visit Nuweiba?
The best time to visit Nuweiba is from March to April and from October to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Nuweiba?
The sea temperature in Nuweiba ranges from 21.6 °C in February to 27.6 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Nuweiba in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Nuweiba?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 39 °C and nights around 26 °C. January is the coolest month at 21 °C.
When does it rain most in Nuweiba?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 28 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Nuweiba get?
Nuweiba gets around 3,490 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 11.7 hours a day; in January there are 7.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Nuweiba in?
Nuweiba is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Nuweiba?
A nonstop flight from London to Nuweiba takes about 5 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,820 km.
Which school holidays are best for Nuweiba?
Nuweiba has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 92) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 65). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 92, May half-term 77, summer holidays 65, October half-term 90, Christmas holidays 74.