January is an ideal time to visit Hurghada if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +68°F and about 25 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 1 mm of precipitation over an average of 1 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Hurghada;
Average weather
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+68°F
Avg. max. temperature
+50°F
Min.
+79°F
Max.
1 mm
Total precipitation
52%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
25 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Hurghada has great weather in January.
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Average temperature in Hurghada in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Hurghada for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +75°F during the day to a minimum of +59°F during the night, the temperature in January averages around +70°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 22% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +72°F to +68°F.
Is Hurghada warm or cold in January?
Hurghada is typically mild in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +72°F to +68°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +63°F to +61°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
January is the coldest month in Hurghada, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Hurghada in January
Water in Hurghada in January is Comfortable. It varies from +71°F to +76°F, with an average of +73°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +68°F.
In January, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Hurghada are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +83°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +72°F.
Can you swim in Hurghada in January?
The water in Hurghada in January is pretty comfortable (+73°F in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.
Climate in Hurghada in January
Hurghada weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+72°F
+68°F
+70°F
Min. temperature
+54°F
+50°F
+50°F
Max. temperature
+82°F
+79°F
+81°F
Rainfall
2 mm
1 mm
1 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+76°F
+73°F
+72°F
Humidity
53%
52%
47%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1017 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
25
25
24
Cloudy days
6
4
3
Rainy days
0
1
1
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as great as in December.It’s getting colder in January. From +72°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +68°F.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 2 mm to 1 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 53% to 52%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 4 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 25 sunny days during the month.
Next month (February) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Hurghada in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Hurghada is gradually increasing during January, going from 4 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
How was the weather last January in Hurghada?
This is the weather in Hurghada in January 2023:
1 January
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+71°F
2 January
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+72°F
3 January
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+71°F
4 January
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+69°F
5 January
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+69°F
6 January
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+69°F
7 January
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+69°F
8 January
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+70°F
9 January
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+68°F
10 January
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+68°F
11 January
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+68°F
12 January
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+70°F
13 January
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+68°F
14 January
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+69°F
15 January
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+68°F
16 January
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+70°F
17 January
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+68°F
18 January
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+70°F
19 January
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+71°F
20 January
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+74°F
21 January
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+72°F
22 January
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+71°F
23 January
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+72°F
24 January
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+73°F
25 January
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+72°F
26 January
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+72°F
27 January
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+75°F
28 January
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+75°F
29 January
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+74°F
30 January
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+72°F
31 January
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+68°F
In January 2023 Hurghada had 31 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +70°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +68°F. The average humidity was 47%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 13%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Hurghada climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Hurghada in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+77°F) and the highest in 2010 (+83°F). The driest year was 2009 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 48 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Hurghada in January:
Is January a good time to visit Hurghada?
Yes, January is a great time to go to Hurghada, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Hurghada.
Can you sunbathe in Hurghada in January?
January has mild temperatures in Hurghada. 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 Hurghada in January?
Yes, the water temperature in Hurghada in January is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +73°F.
Is Hurghada rainy in January?
Hurghada is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Hurghada in January?
Yes, Hurghada is sunny in January. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Hurghada, 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.