Weather in Egypt in March

March climate overview

Daytime highs across Egypt in March run from 23.9°C (Hurghada) to 26.3°C (Sharm El Sheikh). In Sharm El Sheikh about 66% of March days reach 25°C. Nights average 14.9°C; the coldest 10% of nights in Hurghada fall to 14°C or below.

Rainfall in March

Expect around 0 rainy days (1 mm or more) in March, with Marsa Alam the driest (0 days) and Cairo the wettest (1 days). The wettest March at Sharm El Sheikh between 1991 and 2020 was 2020 with 30 mm; the driest was 2000 with 0 mm.

Sea temperature

The sea averages 22.4°C around Egypt in March - warmest at Marsa Alam (22.7°C). That is comfortable for swimming.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 11.8 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).

March against the rest of the year in Egypt

March is the 9th warmest month of the twelve in Egypt. It is 2.9°C warmer than February and 3.8°C warmer in April. The hottest month here is August (36°C) and the coolest January (21°C).

Which part of Egypt in March?

• Most sunshine: Marsa Alam, 9.9 h a day.
• Driest: Marsa Alam, about 0 rainy days.
• Warmest sea: Marsa Alam, 23°C.
• Hottest: Sharm El Sheikh, 26°C by day.
• Coolest (better for walking and cities): Hurghada, 24°C.

What to pack for Egypt in March

Based on the averages: summer clothes for the day; a light jumper for evenings (15°C at night); swimwear - the sea is 22°C.

Similar weather elsewhere in March

Within 1.5°C of Egypt's March daytime average: Varadero (27°C, sea 25°C), Punta Cana (26°C, sea 26°C), Miami (25°C, sea 24°C), Boa Vista (25°C, sea 22°C), Hanoi (25°C). See the full ranking for March.

Which part of Egypt should you choose?

For the warmest daytime weather, Sharm El Sheikh and Marsa Alam share an average high of 26°C. Marsa Alam has the edge if you dislike cooler evenings or want the warmest sea: nights average 17°C and the water 23°C. Sharm El Sheikh drops to 15°C after dark, with a sea temperature of 22°C, making an extra layer more useful once the sun goes down. Hurghada is a slightly cooler daytime choice at 24°C, although its 16°C nights remain mild. All these coastal options average 0 rainy days, so rain is unlikely to be the deciding factor between them.

Expect beach weather, but not hot water

March suits travellers who enjoy being outdoors in warmth but do not need very hot weather to feel on holiday. Average sunshine of 9.6 hours gives you plenty of scope for time outside, while a hat, sunglasses and sun cream belong in your day bag. Put more active plans earlier or later in the day if midday warmth bothers you. The catch is the water: at 22°C in Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada, it may feel cool when you first get in, particularly if you prefer warm swimming conditions. Marsa Alam's 23°C sea makes it the better fit for that preference, without being a dramatic difference.

Cairo needs a different packing approach

Cairo's 24°C days make March a sensible choice for spending time out and about without choosing Egypt's warmest coastal conditions. The bigger distinction is after dark: an average night temperature of 11°C makes a jumper or light jacket more important here than on the Red Sea coast. Pack clothes you can layer rather than relying entirely on beachwear, especially if your plans keep you outside into the evening. Cairo averages 1 rainy day, so an occasional interruption is possible, but rain need not dominate your plans. It suits a trip centred on daytime exploring rather than sea swimming.