Climate guide & travel calendar
Best Time to Visit Alexandria
The best time to visit Alexandria depends on what you want — sun, sea, sightseeing or quiet desert nights. Here is the month-by-month climate, sea temperatures and our verdict for each month, so you can pick the perfect window.
The best months to visit are January, February and November — pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall.
Month-by-month verdict
Best months at a glance
Detailed climate by month
| # | Air temp | Sea temp | Rainfall | Sunshine | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Peak — dry & cool | 14°C Air temp | Sea temp17°C | Rainfall52 mm | Sunshine6 h | Peak — dry & cool |
| February Peak — dry & cool | 15°C Air temp | Sea temp16°C | Rainfall29 mm | Sunshine7 h | Peak — dry & cool |
| March Shoulder — warm & sunny | 17°C Air temp | Sea temp17°C | Rainfall15 mm | Sunshine8 h | Shoulder — warm & sunny |
| April Shoulder — warm & sunny | 20°C Air temp | Sea temp18°C | Rainfall4 mm | Sunshine9 h | Shoulder — warm & sunny |
| May Shoulder — warm & sunny | 23°C Air temp | Sea temp21°C | Rainfall1 mm | Sunshine10 h | Shoulder — warm & sunny |
| June Hot & sunny | 26°C Air temp | Sea temp23°C | Rainfall0 mm | Sunshine11 h | Hot & sunny |
| July Hot & sunny | 28°C Air temp | Sea temp26°C | Rainfall0 mm | Sunshine11 h | Hot & sunny |
| August Hot & sunny | 29°C Air temp | Sea temp27°C | Rainfall0 mm | Sunshine11 h | Hot & sunny |
| September Hot & sunny | 27°C Air temp | Sea temp27°C | Rainfall1 mm | Sunshine10 h | Hot & sunny |
| October Shoulder — warm & sunny | 24°C Air temp | Sea temp25°C | Rainfall10 mm | Sunshine9 h | Shoulder — warm & sunny |
| November Peak — dry & cool | 20°C Air temp | Sea temp22°C | Rainfall32 mm | Sunshine7 h | Peak — dry & cool |
| December Peak — dry & cool | 16°C Air temp | Sea temp19°C | Rainfall56 mm | Sunshine6 h | Peak — dry & cool |
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Alexandria overall?
October to April is the most popular period — warm days, cool nights, and ideal for sightseeing. December to February is peak season; book early. May, June and September are excellent shoulder months with fewer crowds and great prices.
Is it too hot to visit Alexandria in summer?
July and August are very hot inland (35–42 °C in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan), but Red Sea coast resorts stay swimmable thanks to constant breeze. Summer is actually the best time for diving and snorkeling — sea temperatures hit 28–30 °C.
When is the cheapest time to visit Alexandria?
Late May through September offers the best deals — flights and hotels drop 30-50% vs peak. If you can handle heat (or stay coastal), summer is fantastic value.
What about Ramadan and religious holidays?
Ramadan (date varies — late February to late March in 2026) means restaurants may close during day; tourist sites stay open. Coptic Christmas (January 7) and Sham El Nessim (April) are public holidays — book activities in advance.