Hurghada in January
Great time to visit
January hits the sweet spot with ideal weather and warm seas perfect for diving. Yes, it's busy and more expensive, but you'll understand why once you're swimming in 80°F water while Europe freezes.
Weather
January brings perfect beach weather to Hurghada with bright sunshine and virtually no rain. Temperatures stay comfortable during the day while evenings can get surprisingly cool. The Red Sea remains warm enough for diving at around 22°C.
23°C high9°C low1 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$85/day average
Events & Festivals
- •New Year celebrations
- •Coptic Christmas (January 7)
January Tips
- •Pack a light jacket for evening strolls along the marina
- •Book dive trips early as this is prime season
- •Expect higher hotel rates but perfect weather conditions
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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