Weather in Egypt in June

June climate overview

Daytime highs across Egypt in June run from 33.1°C (Hurghada) to 37.5°C (Sharm El Sheikh). In Sharm El Sheikh about 100% of June days reach 25°C. Nights average 24.2°C; the coldest 10% of nights in Hurghada fall to 24°C or below.

Rainfall in June

Expect around 0 rainy days (1 mm or more) in June, with Sharm El Sheikh the driest (0 days) and Sharm El Sheikh the wettest (0 days). The wettest June at Sharm El Sheikh between 1991 and 2020 was 1991 with 0 mm; the driest was 1991 with 0 mm.

Sea temperature

The sea averages 26.3°C around Egypt in June - warmest at Marsa Alam (27.0°C). That is comfortable for swimming.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 13.3 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 13.8 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).

June against the rest of the year in Egypt

June is the 3rd warmest month of the twelve in Egypt. It is 2.6°C warmer than May and 1.0°C warmer in July. The hottest month here is August (36°C) and the coolest January (21°C).

Which part of Egypt in June?

• Most sunshine: Sharm El Sheikh, 13.5 h a day.
• Driest: Sharm El Sheikh, about 0 rainy days.
• Warmest sea: Marsa Alam, 27°C.
• Hottest: Sharm El Sheikh, 38°C by day - intense for sightseeing.
• Coolest (better for walking and cities): Hurghada, 33°C.

What to pack for Egypt in June

Based on the averages: light, loose clothing and serious sun protection - midday highs sit around 35°C; swimwear - the sea is 26°C.

Similar weather elsewhere in June

Within 1.5°C of Egypt's June daytime average: Las Vegas (36°C). See the full ranking for June.

Which coastal destination should you choose?

Hurghada is the clearest choice if you want coastal weather without the highest daytime temperatures: its average high is 33°C, compared with 38°C in Sharm El Sheikh. That still means hot afternoons, not mild summer weather. Marsa Alam sits between them at 35°C and has the warmest sea listed, at 27°C, making it a good fit if swimming is your priority. Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada both have sea temperatures of 26°C, so choosing the cooler daytime option does not mean accepting cold water. The catch is limited relief after sunset: nights average 26°C in Hurghada and Marsa Alam, and 25°C in Sharm El Sheikh. Choose accommodation where you can cool down comfortably.

Cairo and planning around the heat

Cairo averages 36°C by day, so June is less suited to long, uninterrupted stretches of walking than to a flexible schedule with indoor breaks. Put your most active outdoor plans early in the day and leave room to rest during the hottest hours. Nights average 20°C, offering more relief than the coastal destinations listed, though that does not soften the afternoon heat. Pack loose, lightweight clothing, a sunhat and sunscreen, and keep drinking water handy. Across Egypt, the dry June averages make rain a much smaller planning concern than sun exposure. If you dislike heat or want to stay active outdoors throughout the day, June is a less comfortable choice.