☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 21°C
It's mild at 21°C — warm enough for sightseeing but you may want a light layer for evenings. Hurghada in January has an average air temperature of 21°C with sea temperatures around 22°C. You can expect 8 hours of sunshine per day and 1mm of rainfall, which means virtually no rain — bone-dry conditions.
The sea is 22°C — refreshing but swimmable, especially on sunny days. With 8 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Pack light layers, a jumper for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, and a rain jacket.
Hurghada offers mild weather in January — great for culture and sightseeing. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Hurghada stacks up against similar destinations in January:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurghada | 21°C | 22°C | 1mm | 8h |
| Agadir | 20°C | 17°C | 30mm | 7h |
| Dubai | 20°C | 22°C | 10mm | 8h |
| Gran Canaria | 20°C | 20°C | 25mm | 6h |
| Oman | 22°C | 24°C | 15mm | 8h |
| Sharm El Sheikh | 20°C | 22°C | 2mm | 8h |
See how Hurghada's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Hurghada in January has average temperatures of 21°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 22°C.
The sea at 22°C is refreshing but swimmable.
Pack light layers, a jumper for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, and a rain jacket.
January is decent for visiting Hurghada — not too hot, good for sightseeing.
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