Weather in Egypt in October

October climate overview

Daytime highs across Egypt in October run from 29.7°C (Hurghada) to 33.0°C (Sharm El Sheikh). In Sharm El Sheikh about 100% of October days reach 25°C. Nights average 21.5°C; the coldest 10% of nights in Hurghada fall to 21°C or below.

Rainfall in October

Expect around 0 rainy days (1 mm or more) in October, with Sharm El Sheikh the driest (0 days) and Marsa Alam the wettest (0 days). The wettest October at Sharm El Sheikh between 1991 and 2020 was 2016 with 12 mm; the driest was 1992 with 0 mm.

Sea temperature

The sea averages 27.3°C around Egypt in October - warmest at Marsa Alam (27.5°C). That is comfortable for swimming.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 11.3 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).

October against the rest of the year in Egypt

October is the 6th warmest month of the twelve in Egypt. It is 3.4°C cooler than September and 4.8°C cooler in November. The hottest month here is August (36°C) and the coolest January (21°C).

Which part of Egypt in October?

• Most sunshine: Sharm El Sheikh, 10.3 h a day.
• Driest: Sharm El Sheikh, about 0 rainy days.
• Warmest sea: Marsa Alam, 28°C.
• Hottest: Sharm El Sheikh, 33°C by day - intense for sightseeing.
• Coolest (better for walking and cities): Hurghada, 30°C.

What to pack for Egypt in October

Based on the averages: light, loose clothing and serious sun protection - midday highs sit around 31°C; swimwear - the sea is 27°C.

Similar weather elsewhere in October

Within 1.5°C of Egypt's October daytime average: Bangkok (31°C, sea 29°C), Puerto Vallarta (30°C, sea 30°C), Ho Chi Minh City (30°C), Montego Bay (30°C, sea 29°C), Kololi (30°C, sea 29°C). See the full ranking for October.

Which part of the Red Sea coast suits you?

Choose Hurghada if you want the least intense daytime heat among these destinations: its 30°C average is still hot, but lower than Sharm El Sheikh’s 33°C. Sharm suits travellers who actively want hotter weather, rather than anyone hoping for cool autumn afternoons. Both have sea temperatures of 27°C, so choosing the cooler air in Hurghada does not mean accepting cooler water. Marsa Alam offers a useful middle ground, with days around 31°C and the warmest sea here at 28°C. Evenings stay warm across the coast, with nights at 22°C in Sharm and 23°C in Hurghada and Marsa Alam. Pack lightweight clothing for daytime and something light to put on if you feel cooler after swimming.

Cairo and planning around the heat

Cairo averages 31°C by day, so it is not a cool-weather alternative to the coast. Its difference comes after dark, when the average falls to 18°C. That makes a light layer more useful here than on the Red Sea, particularly if you plan to stay outside in the evening. For daytime walking, favour the morning and later afternoon, leaving room for an indoor or shaded break around midday. Egypt’s average of 10.1 hours of sunshine gives you plenty of daylight for outdoor plans, but also makes sun protection important. Loose clothing, sunscreen and water deserve space in your day bag; pack for summer days rather than a typical British October.