Hurghada in May: beach days and city routes
Hurghada averages 31.6 °C by day and 23.7 °C at night in May, with sea temperatures around 24 °C. Plan outdoor walks for morning or evening; leave the middle of the day for the beach, shade or a museum visit.
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Selected month: May
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Air temperature: Hurghada
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Weather at a glance
- Daytime high
- 31.6 °C
- Nighttime low
- 23.7 °C
- Sea
- 24.0 °C
- Monthly precipitation
- 0.2 mm
- Days with at least 1 mm
- 0.1
- Daylight
- 13.5 h
2015–2024 averages. Daytime temperature is the average daily maximum; nighttime temperature is the average daily minimum.
Early, middle and late month
| Period | Daytime high, °C | Nighttime low, °C | Days with at least 1 mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Days 1–10 | 30.4 | 22.7 | 0.0 |
| Days 11–20 | 32.1 | 23.8 | 0.0 |
| From day 21 | 32.2 | 24.5 | 0.1 |
How to spend a day in May
Walk through El Dahar early, before the city heats up, then return to the coast. Save the marina and promenade for the evening, when the daytime heat eases.
Hurghada Museum on Al-Nasr Street offers an indoor option in the middle of the day. Set aside a separate day for a desert outing or boat trip, and bring water and sun protection.
The sea and swimming
The sea averages about 24 °C, making swimming and snorkelling easy to combine with a beach day. For a boat trip, bring a hat, water and dry clothes for the return journey.
After swimming, you can stay near your hotel or head to the marina for dinner; leave time for the journey between the resort coast and the city.
A practical trip plan
The average daytime high is about 30.4 °C early in May, 32.1 °C in the middle and 32.2 °C late in the month. Pack light clothes, a hat and closed shoes for city streets, plus sun protection for the beach.
Group outings by area: El Dahar on its own, the marina and promenade in the evening, and a boat trip on another day. This avoids crossing the city between activities during the hottest hours.
Precipitation and an alternative plan
There are relatively few days with precipitation. Build your plans around walks and keep an indoor activity for a wet-weather day.
What to pack
Pack light loose clothing, a hat, sunglasses and a water bottle.
Compared with neighbouring months
Average daytime high: previous month — 28.0 °C, May — 31.6 °C, next month — 33.7 °C. Days with at least 1 mm of precipitation: 0.0, 0.1 and 0.0.
Things to do
Plan Hurghada in separate areas: El Dahar, the marina and promenade, then a day at sea from the port or coastal resort. Walk in the morning or before sunset, and plan a reef trip as a separate outing.
Boat trip and snorkelling
Choose a snorkelling stop at Little Magawish or Shaab Sakala. Ask the organiser about the meeting point and trip length, and keep the day for the sea.
Museum and city history
Hurghada Museum covers Egyptian history and is on Al-Nasr Street. After your visit, walk around El Dahar or head to the marina.
Desert trip
Choose an organised desert trip with transport. Set aside a separate day so you do not have to rush back for a boat excursion.
Where to stay
El Dahar
This old town area offers a look at everyday Hurghada and its local market. Make it a separate walk and allow time to travel back to the hotel coast.
Marina and promenade
The marina and tourist promenade suit an evening café visit and a walk by the water. It is an easy city route after a day at sea.
Resort coast
Beach hotels and resort areas line the coast. Consider the distance to the marina and old town when choosing where to stay; visit these areas on separate outings.
Getting to and around Hurghada
Arrange a transfer or taxi from the airport to your hotel. El Dahar, the marina and the resort beaches are in different areas, so give them separate days. For a boat trip, agree the meeting point with the organiser and keep the day free for the sea.
Three days in Hurghada
El Dahar and the market
Start in the older part of Hurghada with a walk around El Dahar and the local market, leaving time for lunch. Return to your hotel after the warm part of the day or head to the marina. Keep a longer boat excursion for another day.
The museum and marina
Spend the first part of the day at Hurghada Museum, take a break, then walk around the marina in the evening. This combines a cultural visit with the waterfront without spending the whole day in the sun.
A day on the Red Sea
Set aside a full day for a boat trip to Little Magawish or Shaab Sakala. Agree the meeting point and duration with the organiser, then leave the evening free for a relaxed dinner.
Weather throughout the year
| Month | Daytime high, °C | Nighttime low, °C | Sea, °C | Precipitation, mm | Days with at least 1 mm | Daylight, h |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.2 | 15.3 | 23.0 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 10.6 |
| February | 22.2 | 15.9 | 22.0 | 1.6 | 0.5 | 11.2 |
| March | 24.8 | 17.7 | 22.0 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 12.0 |
| April | 28.0 | 20.3 | 23.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 12.8 |
| May | 31.6 | 23.7 | 24.0 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 13.5 |
| June | 33.7 | 25.9 | 26.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 13.8 |
| July | 34.7 | 27.5 | 27.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 13.7 |
| August | 35.2 | 28.0 | 28.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 13.1 |
| September | 33.7 | 26.4 | 27.0 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 12.3 |
| October | 30.8 | 24.3 | 27.0 | 3.9 | 0.3 | 11.5 |
| November | 27.0 | 21.3 | 26.0 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 10.8 |
| December | 23.2 | 17.7 | 24.0 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 10.5 |
Frequently asked questions
Hurghada: what is the temperature in May?
The average daytime high is 31.6 °C and the night-time low is 23.7 °C. Daytime is hot. Plan the main walk for the morning and spend the warmest hours in shade or indoors.
How many days with precipitation are there in May?
On average, there are 0.1 days with at least 1 mm of precipitation; the monthly total is 0.2 mm. There are relatively few days with precipitation. Build your plans around walks and keep an indoor activity for a wet-weather day.
What should I pack for walks in May?
Pack light loose clothing, a hat, sunglasses and a water bottle.
How does the weather change from the start to the end of the month?
Average daytime highs by part of the month: 1–10 — 30.4 °C; 11–20 — 32.1 °C; 21 to month-end — 32.2 °C.
How many daylight hours are there in May?
The average is 13.5 hours. Spread walks between the morning and afternoon, then leave the evening for dinner or indoor activities.
Is the sea warm in Hurghada in May?
The sea averages about 24 °C. Swimming and snorkelling fit well into a beach day; bring water, a hat and dry clothes for a boat trip.
Where is a good place to stay in Hurghada in May?
Choose a coastal hotel for daily beach access. If you want evening walks by the marina, consider the distance from the resort area and plan a separate trip into the city.
What can I see in Hurghada in May when it is hot?
Walk through El Dahar in the morning, spend midday at Hurghada Museum on Al-Nasr Street or at your hotel, and head to the marina in the evening. Schedule a desert outing on a separate day.