AI-generatedSafaga at a glance
- Best time
- Feb – Apr, Oct – Dec
- Warmest month
- Aug · 39°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 29.0°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,500 h
- Rain a year
- 6 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 13 m
Climate in Safaga
Safaga has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 39 °C, while January is the coolest at 23 °C. With around 3,500 hours of sunshine a year, Safaga is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 11.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Safaga
The best time to visit Safaga is from February to April and from October to December. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go all year round except in January. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from December 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 6 mm fall in an average year.
Safaga through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Safaga in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 27–35 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Safaga in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 37–39 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 10.9 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Safaga in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 28–37 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Safaga in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 23–24 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
All year except Jan
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Dec – 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: March, 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: February – April, 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 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 32°
- 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 06:28–07:14 · evening 17:46–18:31
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:19–06:28 · 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 Safaga 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 28° to 27°. The days get 0.7 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 35° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 20° |
| Sea | 28° | 27° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.2 h |
What is the weather like in Safaga in October?
In October, Safaga is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Safaga.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 34 min06:43 – 18:17
- UV index
- 7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 20 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 8 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 28 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %73 %
- 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 Safaga
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
November has the better holiday weather in Safaga: score 99 against 90. In November, days are 5 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in November.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 90 | 99better |
| Daytime high | 33° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 22° | 18° |
| Sea | 27.5° | 26.3° |
| Sunshine | 8.8 h | 8.7 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Rainfall | 1 mm | 1 mm |
| Muggy days | 1 | 1 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Safaga month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
80January23° · Sea 23° · 8.0 h
In January, Safaga is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Safaga.
Safaga in January89February24° · Sea 23° · 8.9 h
In February, Safaga is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Safaga.
Safaga in February95March27° · Sea 23° · 9.5 h
In March, Safaga is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Safaga.
Safaga in March96April31° · Sea 23° · 10.2 h
In April, Safaga is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Safaga.
Safaga in April81May35° · Sea 25° · 10.6 h
In May, Safaga is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.6 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, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Safaga.
Safaga in May69June37° · Sea 27° · 11.1 h
In June, Safaga is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 26.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.1 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 Safaga.
Safaga in June65July38° · Sea 28° · 11.0 h
In July, Safaga is very hot: daytime highs average 38 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.0 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 Safaga.
Safaga in July65August39° · Sea 29° · 10.5 h
In August, Safaga is very hot: daytime highs average 39 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.5 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 Safaga.
Safaga in August71September37° · Sea 28° · 9.6 h
In September, Safaga is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.6 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, September is a good month for a holiday in Safaga.
Safaga in September90October33° · Sea 28° · 8.8 h
In October, Safaga is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Safaga.
Safaga in October99November28° · Sea 26° · 8.7 h
In November, Safaga is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Safaga.
Safaga in November92December24° · Sea 25° · 8.1 h
In December, Safaga is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 24.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Safaga.
Safaga in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate tableWarmest in August: 39°
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Safaga
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 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (12°), 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 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 | 80 | 23° | 12° | 23.2° | 8.0 h | 0 | 1 |
| FebruaryFeb | 89 | 24° | 13° | 22.5° | 8.9 h | 0 | 0 |
| MarchMar | 95 | 27° | 16° | 22.6° | 9.5 h | 0 | 1 |
| AprilApr | 96 | 31° | 20° | 23.2° | 10.2 h | 0 | 0 |
| MayMay | 81 | 35° | 23° | 25.0° | 10.6 h | 0 | 0 |
| JuneJun | 69 | 37° | 26° | 26.5° | 11.1 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 65 | 38° | 26° | 28.2° | 11.0 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 65 | 39° | 27° | 29.0° | 10.5 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 71 | 37° | 25° | 28.1° | 9.6 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 90 | 33° | 22° | 27.5° | 8.8 h | 0 | 1 |
| NovemberNov | 99 | 28° | 18° | 26.3° | 8.7 h | 0 | 1 |
| DecemberDec | 92 | 24° | 14° | 24.7° | 8.1 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
26.75° N, 33.94° E · 13 m · Africa/Cairo
Sea temperatureUp to 29° in August
Sea temperature in Safaga
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 26.8 – 28.3 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Safaga ranges from 22.5 °C in February to 29.0 °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 28.3 and 29.9 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 23.2° | 22.6° | 24.0° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 22.5° | 21.9° | 23.2° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 22.6° | 21.8° | 23.4° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 23.2° | 22.7° | 23.8° | pleasant |
| MayMay | 25.0° | 24.3° | 25.7° | pleasant |
| JuneJun | 26.5° | 25.9° | 27.2° | warm |
| JulyJul | 28.2° | 27.5° | 28.9° | warm |
| AugustAug | 29.0° | 28.3° | 29.9° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 28.1° | 27.4° | 28.9° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 27.5° | 26.8° | 28.3° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 26.3° | 25.1° | 27.4° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 24.7° | 23.8° | 25.3° | pleasant |
Sunshine3,500 hours a year
Sunshine hours in Safaga
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 Safaga, 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.
Rain6 mm a year, most in October
Rain in Safaga: 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 Safaga: 1 mm in the whole month.
UV indexUp to 12 in June
UV index in Safaga
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: 22 km/h
Wind and clouds in Safaga
How breezy and how cloudy Safaga 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 Safaga typically peaks at 20 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: all year except Nov.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 8 % of the sky over Safaga: 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 & humidity213 days of 30° or more a year
Heat and humidity in Safaga
How often the day gets hot in Safaga (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, Safaga has about 28 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 Safaga
Weather for your travel dates
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Safaga 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.
Safaga has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 96) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 65).
- 96
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 10.0 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 79
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 35 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.7 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 29 °C
- 10.7 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 28 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 86
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 8.1 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 20 min
- Distance
- 3,980 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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Safaga vs Makadi Bay
In October Makadi Bay has the better holiday weather (score 99 vs 90). During the day Makadi Bay is 2 °C cooler than Safaga. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Safaga | Makadi Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 90 | 99 |
| Daytime high | 33° | 31° |
| Sea | 28° | 28° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Best time | Feb – Apr, Oct – Dec | Mar – May, Oct – Dec |
Through the year
Best places in the country
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In October, Safaga ranks 8 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 8SafagaThis page33°28°90
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Frequently asked questions about Safaga
When is the best time to visit Safaga?
The best time to visit Safaga is from February to April 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 Safaga?
The sea temperature in Safaga ranges from 22.5 °C in February to 29.0 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Safaga in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Safaga?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 39 °C and nights around 27 °C. January is the coolest month at 23 °C.
When does it rain most in Safaga?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 6 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Safaga get?
Safaga gets around 3,500 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 11.1 hours a day; in January there are 8.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Safaga in?
Safaga is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Safaga?
A nonstop flight from London to Safaga takes about 5 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,980 km.
Which school holidays are best for Safaga?
Safaga has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 96) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 65). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 96, May half-term 79, summer holidays 65, October half-term 90, Christmas holidays 86.