What is the climate in Egypt?
Egypt benefits from a hot, dry desert climate year-round. Temperatures can reach 50°C in summer in some regions, while winters remain mild, ideal for enjoying the Red Sea beaches.
Characteristics of Egyptian climate
Egypt has a subtropical desert climate with two marked seasons:
- Summer (May to September): high temperatures reaching up to 50°C in the Western Desert and Upper Egypt
- Winter (December to February): mild temperatures of 15 to 25°C, ideal period for visiting
- Precipitation: almost non-existent (less than 25 mm/year)
- Humidity: low throughout the country, except on the Mediterranean coast
Regional variations
The climate varies depending on the areas:
- Mediterranean coast (Alexandria): milder with cool winters
- Nile Valley (Cairo, Luxor): very hot in summer, mild in winter
- Desert: significant temperature variation between day (stifling) and night (cold)
- Red Sea (Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh): ideal climate for the beach in winter
Remember
Pack light clothing for the day and warm clothes for nights in the desert. Egyptian winter offers perfect conditions to discover archaeological sites without suffering from the oppressive heat of summer.