Weather in Hurghada in April

How April compares

April is the 7th warmest month of the year in Hurghada and ranks 39th of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Within Egypt it is 4th of 4 (Egypt in April). Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Hurghada is 13.7°C warmer by day and 14.4°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Hurghada peaks at 27.2°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 30.3°C or more. About 82% of days top 25°C and 1 in 7 pass 30°C. Nights average 19.5°C; one night in ten drops to 16.5°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day here reached 34.7°C (1991-04-29) and the coldest night 11.5°C (1997-04-11).

Rain in April

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 0 days with 1 mm or more, 0 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2019 with 4 mm, the driest 1991 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 42%.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 22.8°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 22.1°C to 23.5°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (28.4°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 10.6 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.7 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 05:20 and sets about 18:09 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 16%.

Is April a good time to visit Hurghada?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, little rain and long sunny days. The best months for Hurghada on our scoring are April, May, October; months averaging 25°C or more: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov.

Warm enough for a beach holiday, with shade at midday

You can reasonably plan around warm afternoons: 82% of days reach 25°C, while 14% reach 30°C. Light, loose clothing makes sense, along with sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat. With about 10.6 hours of sunshine during 12.7 hours of daylight, there is plenty of time outside without making midday your most active stretch. Keep anything energetic for earlier or later, and leave room for shade when the heat builds. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans, so wet-weather alternatives need not drive your choice. April particularly suits travellers who want reliable warmth but do not need every afternoon to be very hot.

Swimming weather, but pack a layer for evenings

The sea is warm enough for swimming, though it is not bath-like. Its April average sits within a year-to-year range of 22°C to 24°C, so your first dip may feel fresh, especially if you prefer very warm water. Swimming in the warmer part of the day is a sensible choice if you feel the cold. Evenings are generally mild rather than hot, making a light jumper or cardigan useful for sitting outside. The coldest 10% of nights fall to 16.5°C or lower, so do not pack only beachwear. This is a good balance for travellers who enjoy daytime heat but prefer cooler nights.