Month guide · Hurghada · Egypt
Hurghada in October
What October is really like in Hurghada: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
October is one of the best months to visit Hurghada. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 21°C (70°F), about 0 rainy days and roughly 11.5 hours of daylight. Hot days and warm sea with easing heat; one of the best months for a beach holiday.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 21°C (70°F)
- Rainy days
- About 0
- Daylight
- About 11.5 hours
- Sea temperature
- 27°C (81°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in October
October is the 6th-warmest month in Hurghada: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 21°C (70°F). Rain falls on roughly 0 of its 31 days. Compared with September (34°C (93°F)), October is cooler; by November highs drop to around 27°C (81°F).
- Sunrise (15 October)
- About 06:44
- Sunset (15 October)
- About 18:16
- Daylight
- About 11.5 hours
- Sea
- 27°C (81°F)
Autumn (September–November). Hot September easing into warm, sunny October and November with the sea still near 25–28°C.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, October rates 4 for crowds (the peak is March at 4) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in December). Book accommodation early: October is one of the pricier months.
Events in October
- El Gouna Film Festival (in recent years usually October)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in October
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Museum · Central Hurghada
Hurghada Museum
Opened in 2020, this museum brings together objects from across Egyptian history, from pharaonic statues and jewellery to Coptic and Islamic pieces.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Rainy day
- Art
Aquarium · Hurghada
Hurghada Grand Aquarium
Combine it with a resort day; it is a good option for very young children before a snorkelling trip.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
- Nature
Waterfront · El Gouna
Abu Tig Marina
El Gouna's main marina is lined with restaurants, bars and cafés under arcades, with yachts moored along the quays.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- After dark
- Food
- Couples
Island · Sekalla and Hurghada Marina
Giftun Islands
Choose a boat that limits passenger numbers; the big party boats get crowded at the most popular reefs.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Kids
- Photo spot
The sea averages 27°C (81°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Hurghada.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 21°C and 0 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is October a good time to visit Hurghada?
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Questions travellers ask
+Is October a good time to visit Hurghada?
It is one of the best months to visit Hurghada. Hot days and warm sea with easing heat; one of the best months for a beach holiday.
+How warm is Hurghada in October?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 21°C (70°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Hurghada in October?
Expect rain on about 0 days of the month, so it is usually dry.