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Alexandria in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Alexandria in January and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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January

Weather in Alexandria in January 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Fresh water
Weather for Alexandria in January is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +64°F during the day, and approximately 10 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 9 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in January around 18 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • January is usually the coldest month of the year in Alexandria;

Average weather

☀️
+64°F
Avg. max. temperature
+37°F
Min.
+81°F
Max.
18 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Alexandria has good weather in January.

Average temperature in Alexandria in January

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Alexandria for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in January is +68°F with a maximum of +79°F and a minimum of +48°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 18% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +63°F.

Is Alexandria warm or cold in January?

Alexandria is typically mild in January.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +66°F to +64°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +55°F to +52°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

January is the coldest month in Alexandria, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Alexandria in January

Water in Alexandria in January is Fresh. It varies from +62°F to +67°F, with an average of +65°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +64°F.

In January, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Alexandria are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +81°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +63°F.

Can you swim in Alexandria in January?

Water temperature (+65°F) in Alexandria in January might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Alexandria in January

Alexandria weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Avg. temperature
+66°F+64°F+64°F
Min. temperature
+41°F+37°F+43°F
Max. temperature
+88°F+81°F+84°F
Rainfall
16 mm18 mm14 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+68°F+65°F+63°F
Humidity
70%70%68%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1017 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
101011
Cloudy days
11108
Rainy days
999
Snowy days
000

January weather is still as good as in December. It’s getting colder in January. From +66°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +64°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 16 mm to 18 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 70%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 3 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 10 sunny days during the month.

February brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Alexandria in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Alexandria is gradually increasing during January, going from 4 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Alexandria based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in January is about 22 mm, with a 29% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 9 rainy days during January, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
January is one of the rainiest months in Alexandria, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Alexandria wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 29% chance of precipitation and 18 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last January in Alexandria?

This is the weather in Alexandria in January 2023:
1 January
🌧️
+68°F
2 January
☁️
+70°F
3 January
🌧️
+70°F
4 January
☁️
+71°F
5 January
☁️
+68°F
6 January
☁️
+70°F
7 January
☁️
+70°F
8 January
🌧️
+64°F
9 January
☁️
+68°F
10 January
☁️
+70°F
11 January
☁️
+67°F
12 January
☁️
+66°F
13 January
☁️
+68°F
14 January
☁️
+66°F
15 January
☁️
+66°F
16 January
☁️
+62°F
17 January
☁️
+68°F
18 January
☀️
+70°F
19 January
☀️
+70°F
20 January
☀️
+66°F
21 January
☀️
+68°F
22 January
☁️
+70°F
23 January
☁️
+70°F
24 January
☁️
+70°F
25 January
☁️
+70°F
26 January
☀️
+71°F
27 January
☁️
+73°F
28 January
☀️
+79°F
29 January
☁️
+69°F
30 January
☁️
+68°F
31 January
☁️
+62°F
In January 2023 Alexandria had 6 sunny days, 22 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +79°F and a minimum of +63°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 31%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Alexandria climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Alexandria in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+73°F) and the highest in 2018 (+79°F). The driest year was 1999 with only 25 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2015 with 149 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Alexandria in January:

Is January a good time to visit Alexandria?

January is a really good time to go to Alexandria. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Alexandria.

Can you sunbathe in Alexandria in January?

January has mild temperatures in Alexandria. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Alexandria in January?

In general, you can swim in Alexandria in January, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +65°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Alexandria rainy in January?

Alexandria is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Alexandria in January?

The amount of sunny days in Alexandria during January varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Egypt

Check out the weather for other cities in Egypt.

Monthly weather in Alexandria

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Alexandria, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.