#1Hot
Sharm El Sheikh
- Day
- 38.4°C
- Sea
- 28.0°C
- Sun
- 13.5h
- Rain days
- 0
Your July weather guide
Weather in Egypt in July
July is a good month for Egypt if you want warm sea swimming and can plan around strong heat, but it is less suited to long days outdoors. Average daytime temperatures reach 36°C, nights stay around 25°C and the sea averages 28°C. The coast makes more sense for a swimming-focused holiday than Cairo does for a busy outdoor itinerary. Even by the water, expect to need shade and a break at midday.
Long-term climate averages, not a forecast · 1991-2020
- Average daytime high
- 36.3°Cacross 4 destinations
- Average night-time low
- 25.5°Cafter dark
- Sea temperature
- 28.1°Cwarm enough to swim
- Rainy days
- 0days1 mm or more
Egypt, month by month
Turn up the warmth
Warmest places in Egypt in July
Ranked by average daytime high. The full comparison is in the table below.
#2Hot
Cairo
- Day
- 36.7°C
- Sea
- -
- Sun
- 13.0h
- Rain days
- 0
#3Hot
Marsa Alam
- Day
- 35.9°C
- Sea
- 28.6°C
- Sun
- 12.6h
- Rain days
- 0
#4Hot
Hurghada
- Day
- 34.2°C
- Sea
- 27.6°C
- Sun
- 13.3h
- Rain days
- 0
Egypt destinations ranked for July
All 4 places we track in Egypt, ordered by daytime high.
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| # | Destination | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sharm El Sheikh | 38.4°C | 26.0°C | 28.0°C | 13.5 h | 0 | 5 h 36 min |
| 2 | Cairo | 36.7°C | 21.4°C | - | 13.0 h | 0 | 5 h 6 min |
| 3 | Marsa Alam | 35.9°C | 27.3°C | 28.6°C | 12.6 h | 0 | 5 h 54 min |
| 4 | Hurghada | 34.2°C | 27.1°C | 27.6°C | 13.3 h | 0 | 5 h 36 min |
4 destinations shownClimate averages, not a forecast.
July climate overview
Daytime highs across Egypt in July run from 34.2°C (Hurghada) to 38.4°C (Sharm El Sheikh). In Sharm El Sheikh about 100% of July days reach 25°C. Nights average 25.5°C; the coldest 10% of nights in Hurghada fall to 25°C or below.
Rainfall in July
Expect around 0 rainy days (1 mm or more) in July, with Sharm El Sheikh the driest (0 days) and Sharm El Sheikh the wettest (0 days). The wettest July at Sharm El Sheikh between 1991 and 2020 was 2018 with 0 mm; the driest was 1991 with 0 mm.
Sea temperature
The sea averages 28.1°C around Egypt in July - warmest at Marsa Alam (28.6°C). That is comfortable for swimming.
Sunshine and daylight
Around 13.1 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 13.6 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).
July against the rest of the year in Egypt
July is the 2nd warmest month of the twelve in Egypt. It is 1.0°C warmer than June and 0.1°C warmer in August. The hottest month here is August (36°C) and the coolest January (21°C).
Which part of Egypt in July?
- Most sunshine: Sharm El Sheikh, 13.5 h a day.
- Driest: Sharm El Sheikh, about 0 rainy days.
- Warmest sea: Marsa Alam, 29°C.
- Hottest: Sharm El Sheikh, 38°C by day - intense for sightseeing.
- Coolest (better for walking and cities): Hurghada, 34°C.
What to pack for Egypt in July
Based on the averages: light, loose clothing and serious sun protection - midday highs sit around 36°C; swimwear - the sea is 28°C.
Similar weather elsewhere in July
Within 1.5°C of Egypt's July daytime average: Marrakech (36°C), Seville (35°C), Kusadasi (35°C, sea 24°C). See the full ranking for July.
Which part of Egypt is best in July?
Hurghada is the best fit if your priority is the least intense daytime heat among these destinations: its average high is 34°C, compared with 38°C in Sharm El Sheikh. That is still hot, so treat it as a relative advantage rather than cool weather. Marsa Alam sits between them at 36°C and has the warmest sea at 29°C, making it a good fit if swimming matters more than cooler evenings. Both Marsa Alam and Hurghada average 27°C at night, while Sharm El Sheikh averages 26°C. Choose the coast for easy access to swimming, but do not expect either the sea or the evening air to feel particularly cool.
What to expect from the heat
Cairo averages 37°C by day, so July is a demanding choice for a holiday spent mostly walking outdoors. Its 21°C nights offer more relief than the coast, but that does not soften the midday heat. Put outdoor plans early or late in the day, and leave the hottest period for shade or air-conditioned breaks. With 13.1 hours of sunshine and an average of 0 rainy days nationally, sun protection is a more useful packing priority than wet-weather clothing. Take loose, light clothes, a hat and sunscreen, and keep drinking water handy. Accommodation with air conditioning is a sensible priority, especially if warm nights make sleeping difficult.
A little more detail
Egypt in July FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Where is the hottest place in Egypt in July?
Sharm El Sheikh is the warmest of the 4 places we track in Egypt in July with an average high of 38.4°C; Hurghada is the coolest at 34.2°C.
Is the sea warm in Egypt in July?
The sea averages 22°C or more at Sharm El Sheikh (28°C), Marsa Alam (29°C), Hurghada (28°C) in July.
How much hotter is Egypt than London in July?
Egypt averages 36°C by day in July, while London averages 22°C. Expect a substantial change in how long you feel comfortable outdoors. Plan a slower pace rather than assuming you can keep the same walking schedule you would at home.
Is the sea warm enough for swimming?
Yes. The sea averages 28°C in Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada, and 29°C in Marsa Alam. That suits travellers who dislike chilly water, though a swim may feel less cooling than you hope when the air is hot too.
Will I need warm clothes in the evenings?
Heavy layers are unlikely to be useful for typical July evenings. Average nights range from 21°C in Cairo to 27°C in Hurghada and Marsa Alam, with Sharm El Sheikh at 26°C. Prioritise lightweight clothing; a light layer may be useful in air-conditioned rooms.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid), 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at 4 destination points.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C