Hurghada or Sharm el Sheikh in February: which to choose?
Hurghada or Sharm el Sheikh in February: choose between two Red Sea bases by the beach, district and plans beyond the hotel. For a winter trip, consider access to the water and what you want to do after the beach.
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Average temperatures in the cities on this page, °C
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Compare the weather by city
| City | Daytime | At night | Sea | Wet days | Rainfall | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurghada | 22 °C | 16 °C | 22 °C | 0.4 | 1.6 mm | 11.2 h |
| Sharm el Sheikh | 25 °C | 14 °C | 22 °C | 0.9 | 3.8 mm | 11.2 h |
Air: average daily highs and lows for 2015–2024. Wet day: at least 1 mm of precipitation. Sea: a monthly coastal reference.
The sea and the beach
Average sea temperatures in February are around 22°C in Hurghada and 22°C in Sharm el Sheikh. Start with the stretch of shore: a sandy entry for short dips and access to a reef serve different plans. A hotel with a heated pool is useful for longer winter swims.
Time beyond the beach
In Hurghada, give a separate walk to the city districts and marina. In Sharm el Sheikh, put Naama Bay and the Old Market on different days, with a trip to the natural areas as a separate outing. On a short holiday, explore your own district in more detail and add one excursion to leave time between journeys.
Dates and the pace of your stay
In February, the sea is cooler than in December. Alternate time in the water with walks and choose a suitable wetsuit for longer snorkelling. Use the longer day for one complete outing rather than several short trips.
Detailed city guides
Hurghada in February
Days in Hurghada gradually get longer in February. At about 22 °C, you can combine the beach with walks by the marina and separate boat trips.
Sharm el Sheikh in February
Sharm el Sheikh reaches about 25 °C by day in February. Longer daylight makes it easier to set aside one day for a bay and another for a natural park.
Common questions
Hurghada or Sharm el Sheikh for a winter beach holiday?
Compare individual beaches and accommodation: water access, distance to the shore and a heated pool. In Hurghada, add a walk by the marina; in Sharm el Sheikh, explore Naama Bay and the Old Market.
How much does the sea differ in February?
Average water temperatures are around 22°C in Hurghada and 22°C in Sharm el Sheikh. The difference is small; the beach you choose and an easy exit from the water matter for daily swimming.
Trip ideas
Where to go for winter sun: four sea breaks in February
Compare a stay in Hurghada, Sharm el Sheikh, Dubai and Abu Dhabi in February. They offer different ways to spend a week: a beach base on the Red Sea, walks through a large city, or museums combined with time on the waterfront.