Hurghada in December
Great time to visit
December kicks off peak season with excellent weather and holiday atmosphere. The crowds and higher prices return, but so do the conditions that make Hurghada a world-class Red Sea destination.
Weather
December brings mild, sunny days with genuinely cool evenings that can catch visitors off-guard. The weather stays dry and pleasant with occasional windy days. Sea temperatures remain warm enough for comfortable swimming and diving.
24°C high12°C low1 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$88/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Christmas celebrations
- •New Year preparations
December Tips
- •Definitely pack warm clothing for evenings and early mornings
- •Prime diving season returns with comfortable surface conditions
- •Book accommodation well in advance for Christmas and New Year periods
All Months
October through April delivers perfect weather—warm days, cool evenings, and calm seas for diving. December and January see the most crowds but also the most reliable conditions. Summer months turn brutal, with temperatures hitting 40°C and humidity making everything sticky. But here's the thing—summer also brings the cheapest hotel rates and fewer tourists at dive sites. The Red Sea stays warm year-round (22-28°C), so diving never stops. March and April offer the sweet spot: great weather, fewer crowds than winter, and spring wildflowers in the desert. Avoid Egyptian holidays when domestic tourism spikes. Wind picks up in spring, perfect for kite surfing but rough for boat trips.
Hurghada Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
6/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
9/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
6/10
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