February weather
| Measure | February in Hurghada |
|---|---|
| Daytime air | about 22 to 23 °C (peaks at 25 °C) |
| Night air | about 14 to 15 °C |
| Sea | about 21 °C |
| Rain | almost none (about 1 mm) |
| Sun per day | 7 to 9 h depending on the source |
| Daylight | about 11 h |
| Wind | north-west breeze, about 15 km/h on average |
Wind cools the deck of boats most: bring a warm layer. See also the weather month by month in Hurghada.
Can you swim?
Yes, briefly: 21 °C is fine while swimming, less so standing still. A short wetsuit (shorty) helps for snorkelling, and clubs rent them. Many hotels heat their pool: ask before booking.
Crowds and prices
February is still high season, with European school holidays: hotels remain expensive, less than in December. During Ramadan some offers drop. See where to stay in Hurghada and the trip budget.
Ramadan 2027
It should begin around 8 or 9 February and end around 9 or 10 March, depending on the moon. Hotels, beaches and excursions run; only the town's rhythm changes. See Ramadan in Hurghada.
What to do in February
- Luxor: the ideal month, with no heat. See Luxor from Hurghada, which excursion. Very early start, dress in layers.
- Islands and snorkelling: see snorkelling in Hurghada, which trip and Giftun and Orange Bay.
- Diving: 21 °C water, a 5 mm suit advised, see discovery dive.
- Desert: quad safari, which offer; evenings are cool.
- Kitesurfing: steady wind, see kitesurfing in Hurghada.
Activities that sell in February
- Luxor in a day: the most booked of the month, for the Valley of the Kings and Karnak without heat.
- Speedboat trip with dolphins and snorkelling: the classic outing for 21 °C water.
- Desert quad safari: good for mild afternoons.
- Discovery dive: to try with a thick wetsuit.
What to pack
Light jacket and windbreaker for the boat, trousers for the evening, short wetsuit for snorkelling, sunscreen (UV stays strong), hat.
FAQ
Is it hot in Hurghada in February?
Mild: 22 to 23 °C in the afternoon, cool nights around 14 to 15 °C.
Does it rain in February?
Almost never: about 1 mm over the month.
Can you snorkel in February?
Yes, with a short wetsuit: the sea is about 21 °C.
Going further
See Hurghada in January, Hurghada in March and the best time to visit Hurghada.
