Climate Overview
The climate in El Gouna is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 10mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 5mm of rainfall. El Gouna is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.
Temperature
Temperatures in El Gouna vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 31°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 16°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
El Gouna is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 10mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 5mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0mm. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
El Gouna is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
90 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in El Gouna, which began on June 21, 2026. El Gouna is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 12°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 90 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 17 to 31°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 2mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 26 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Stay hydrated, wear sun protection, and seek shade during the hottest hours of the day.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 19 to 33°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 5mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from 12 to 22°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 3mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit El Gouna is during January, February, March, April, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 1mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for El Gouna based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
