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Visiting Egypt in August

The weather in August is slightly warmer than the previous month. August has average maximum temperatures of 37°C (99°F) which is scorching hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days, though you may want to only go to the beach early or late to avoid the midday sun. The sunshine percentage is 78.5% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.3hrs making the days very long and bright. It is a great time for sunbathing in Egypt.

August has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

Sea temperatures are a very warm 29°C (84°F). August is an excellent month for swimming in Egypt with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day. The sea temperature in August is slightly warmer than the previous month.

Consider visiting Egypt in the months of May, June, September, October, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.

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Can you sunbathe in Egypt in August?

Yes, August is a great time for sunbathing in Egypt.

August has average maximum temperatures of 37°C (99°F) which is scorching hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days, though you may want to only go to the beach early or late to avoid the midday sun. The sunshine percentage is 78.5% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.3hrs making the days very long and bright. August has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

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Can you swim in Egypt in August?

Yes, August is an excellent month for swimming in Egypt with very warm sea temperatures 29°C (84°F).

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Is August a good time to holiday in Egypt?

Yes, August is a great time for a holiday in Egypt.

August has average maximum temperatures of 37°C (99°F) which is scorching hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days, though you may want to only go to the beach early or late to avoid the midday sun. The sunshine percentage is 78.5% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.3hrs making the days very long and bright. August has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between. It is a great time for sunbathing in Egypt. Sea temperatures are a very warm 29°C (84°F). August is an excellent month for swimming in Egypt with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

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Is Egypt warm in August?

Yes, Egypt is scorching hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days, though you may want to only go to the beach early or late to avoid the midday sun in August.

The average maximum temperature in Egypt in August is 37°C (99°F). The average maximum temperature is 37°C (99°) in the previous month and 35°C (95°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Egypt in August is 33°C (91°F). The average temperature is 33°C (91°F) in the previous month and 31°C (87°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Egypt in August?

The average day light hours per day in Egypt in August are 13.1. The sunshine percentage is 78.5% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.3hrs making the days very long and bright.

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Temperature in Egypt in August

The weather in August is slightly warmer than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Egypt in August is 37°C (99°F). The average maximum temperature is 37°C (99°F) in the previous month and 35°C (95°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Egypt in August is 33°C (91°F). The average temperature is 33°C (91°F) in the previous month and 31°C (87°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Egypt in August is 29°C (84°F). The minimum temperature is 28°C (83°F) in the previous month and 27°C (80°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Egypt in August

The days in August are slightly shorter than the previous month and days continue to get slightly shorter into September. August has less hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop into September. During August the average day light hours are 13.1 per day in Egypt. The sunshine percentage is 78.5% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.3hrs making the days very long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Egypt in August is typically 12.5 during August. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Egypt in August

The average sea water temperature in Egypt in August is 29°C (84.2°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. The sea temperature in August is slightly warmer than the previous month.

Rainfall in Egypt in August

The average total rainfall in Egypt in August is 0cm (0inches) and on average there are 0 rainy days in August making it an extremely dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Egypt in August

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Egypt in August is 20°C (67°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 19°C (66°F) in the previous month and 19°C (19°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Egypt in August is typically 52.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 51.9% in the previous month and 58% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Egypt in August is typically 34.1%. The average relative humidity is 32.9% in the previous month and 39.8% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Egypt in August

The average maximum wind speed in Egypt in August is typically 32KM/H (20MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 32KM/H (20MPH) in the previous month and 33KM/H (21MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Egypt in August is typically 20KM/H (12MPH). The average wind speed is 20KM/H (12MPH) in the previous month and 22KM/H (13MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Egypt in August is from the South.

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