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Yachts moored beneath the colourful waterfront buildings of Hurghada Marina at dusk
Egypt · Destination guide
Hurghada, Egypt
CurrencyEgyptian pound (EGP)
Plug typesC, F · 220 VCheck adapter →
Time zoneAfrica/Cairo (UTC+3)
Emergency number123 (ambulance), 180 (fire), 122 (police), 126 (tourist police)
Destination guide

A first look at Hurghada

Pair El Mina Mosque and the fish market with a marina walk and seafood lunch. Keep Hurghada Museum as a separate outing south of the harbour. Give an Orange Bay and reef cruise its own day; El Dahar’s older shopping streets are another district rather than the marina’s immediate surroundings.

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Weather guide

Weather in Hurghada

Hurghada has a dry desert coast climate: summers are very hot, winters have mild days and cooler evenings, and rain is uncommon. A boat deck can feel cooler than a sheltered terrace, so leave room for a light layer.

30–35°C

Warm sunny days and milder evenings

October · representative month, not a forecast
Evenings
20–25°C
Rain
Rain is rare
Daylight
Check sunrise and sunset for your dates; favour cooler hours for exposed walks.
See weather details →

What this means for packing

October offers warm days for the marina and island outings. Pack light clothing for sunshine, a removable layer for the crossing and covered shoulders and knees for a possible mosque visit. Use this example as a starting point: Packtricia tailors the detailed list and quantities to trip length, weather, luggage and preferences.

Choosing a season

The best-season badge suggests months for general sightseeing, using the typical daytime temperatures and rainfall in our monthly guides. Beach holidays, festivals, winter sports and northern lights trips may suit different dates.

Climate methodology

Planning bands use EMA station 62463 (Hurghada Airport) mean daily maximum and minimum temperatures for 1991–2020, expanded by two degrees and rounded outwards. These are planning ranges, not extremes or forecasts. Rain wording uses the station’s low monthly precipitation totals; isolated rain remains possible. Wind and sea temperature are not quantified by this dataset.

Reviewed 2026-10-22

EMA / NOAA: Hurghada Airport 62463, WMO 1991–2020 normals

About the climate in Hurghada

Hurghada has a dry desert coast climate: summers are very hot, winters have mild days and cooler evenings, and rain is uncommon. A boat deck can feel cooler than a sheltered terrace, so leave room for a light layer.

Packing guide

What to wear in Hurghada in October.

An example packing list for Hurghada in October

Use this as a starting point and choose what suits your plans. Packtricia tailors your list and quantities to your trip length, weather and preferences.

Clothing

  • Breathable shirts
  • Loose lightweight trousers
  • Sunhat
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Light long-sleeved layer
  • Swimwear — if swimming
  • Sun-protective swim top — if snorkelling
  • Secure sandals — if visiting the beach
  • Underwear

Toiletries

  • Sunscreen
  • Lip balm
  • Personal toiletries
  • Personal medication — if needed
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner

Essentials

  • Passport
  • Travel insurance details
  • Payment cards
  • Small cash
  • Drinking-water bottle
  • Sunglasses
  • Phone
  • Phone charger
  • Plug adapter — if your devices need one
  • Offline hotel map
  • Towel — if your boat or accommodation does not supply one
  • Splash-resistant bag — if taking a boat trip
Monthly weather and packing notes

October offers warm days for the marina and island outings. Pack light clothing for sunshine, a removable layer for the crossing and covered shoulders and knees for a possible mosque visit. Use this example as a starting point: Packtricia tailors the detailed list and quantities to trip length, weather, luggage and preferences.

Daytime
30–35°C
Evenings
20–25°C
Rain
Rain is rare
Daylight
Check sunrise and sunset for your dates; favour cooler hours for exposed walks.
Packing style
Breathable clothes, sun coverage and a light boat layer

Planning bands use EMA station 62463 (Hurghada Airport) mean daily maximum and minimum temperatures for 1991–2020, expanded by two degrees and rounded outwards. These are planning ranges, not extremes or forecasts. Rain wording uses the station’s low monthly precipitation totals; isolated rain remains possible. Wind and sea temperature are not quantified by this dataset.

Outfit ideas for your outings

Marina and fish-market walk

  • Breathable shirt
  • Loose trousers
  • Walking shoes
  • Sunhat

El Mina Mosque — if visitor access is permitted

  • Top covering shoulders
  • Clothing covering knees
  • Head covering — if required by the mosque

Giftun boat day — if booked

  • Swimwear
  • Sun-protective swim top
  • Light boat layer
  • Dry change of clothes

What to leave behind

  • Avoid relying on swimwear alone for town outings; carry covered clothing for El Mina and the journey back.
  • Heavy hiking boots are unnecessary for the suggested harbour and museum visits; choose comfortable secure shoes.

Reviewed 2026-10-22

EMA / NOAA: Hurghada Airport 62463, WMO 1991–2020 normals

Transport guide

Getting around Hurghada

Use short walks within the marina district and a car between El Dahar, the museum and coastal hotels. Uber confirms Hurghada coverage: use its rider app or mobile booking site to see available cars, pickup instructions and an estimate. It books car journeys, not public-bus tickets or boat transfers; availability at an outlying resort is checked live. Agree destination and fare before a conventional taxi ride. No official city-bus route planner or mobile ticket activation was confirmed, so ask locally about any minibus route and fare before boarding.

Check the operator’s current service notices and ticket instructions before travelling.

Practical essentials

Language and calling code

Language
Arabic
Calling code
+20
Useful essentials for Hurghada
  • Bring a hat, sunglasses and drinking water for the harbour and island beach.
  • Carry a wind-resistant layer for boat crossings and winter evenings.
  • Use covered shoulders and knees for mosque visits; swimwear belongs at the beach or pool.
  • Keep your hotel map pin and transfer confirmation available offline.
  • Check where a boat departs: a hotel pickup and a public marina stroll are different arrangements.

Do you need a visa?

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Things to do in Hurghada

Find a guided walk or an attraction visit to fit around your plans in Hurghada.

Stay connected

Mobile data for your trip. Check what your current plan includes for roaming. If you need another option for maps, messages and booking details, compare NXTL eSIM coverage and rates. Check that your phone supports eSIM and is unlocked, and check coverage for every stop. Download important maps and confirmations for offline use too.

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