Weather in Hurghada in September

How September compares

September is the 4th warmest month of the year in Hurghada and ranks 5th of 134 destinations we compare for September - see where else is hot in September. Within Egypt it is 4th of 4 (Egypt in September). Against London's average high of 18.6°C in September, Hurghada is 14.1°C warmer by day and 14.3°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in September

The typical September day in Hurghada peaks at 32.7°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 34.7°C or more. About 100% of days top 25°C and almost every pass 30°C. Nights average 25.5°C; one night in ten drops to 23.4°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest September day here reached 36.6°C (1998-09-02) and the coldest night 21.2°C (1992-09-28).

Rain in September

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 September was 1994 with 1 mm, the driest 1991 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 46%.

Sea temperature in September

The sea averages 27.4°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 26.5°C to 28.0°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (28.4°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 11.9 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.1 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 05:30 and sets about 17:50 local time in mid-September. Average cloud cover is 2%.

Is September 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.

Expect reliable heat, not much evening relief

Pack for persistent heat rather than the occasional hot afternoon: 97% of September days reach 30°C. The hotter days can be more demanding, with the warmest 10% reaching at least 34.7°C. Keep active plans for the morning and leave room for a shaded break around midday. Loose, lightweight clothes make sense, along with a hat, sunscreen and water when you head out. Evenings remain warm, so do not expect sunset to bring a proper cool-down. If sleeping in warm conditions bothers you, prioritise accommodation with air conditioning. September works best if you enjoy heat rather than simply tolerate it.

Warm sea and long sunny days

The sea is a strong reason to choose September: at an average 27.4°C, it is comfortably warm for swimming, though it may not feel particularly cooling after time in the sun. The year-to-year range of 26°C to 28°C also points to consistently warm water. Sunshine averages about 11.9 hours a day, leaving plenty of time to swim without spending the whole midday period outdoors. Plan shade as part of the day rather than as a fallback, and keep sun protection handy around the water. The catch is the exposure: long sunny days are welcome, but they call for breaks, not a packed outdoor schedule.