Temperatures in May
It's hot in May in Hurghada with an average temperature of 35°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 26°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Hurghada in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Hurghada with hot temperatures, averaging around 35°C during the day and nights close to 24°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 36°C, with nights close to 25°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Hurghada will be around 37°C, with nights close to 26°C. No precipitation expected, with plenty of sunshine on the horizon. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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Water temperature
The water temperature at Hurghada is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Precipitation in May
According to weather history, there is only 0,4 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
The average chance of precipitation is only 1% in May.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Hurghada. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Hurghada in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
35°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
38°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
33°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
0,4 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
0 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Hurghada?
May is a fantastic month to be in Hurghada for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Hurghada in May
With 45°C, Hurghada hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 8°C to a high of 30°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Hurghada
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Hurghada, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in May in Hurghada
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Daily Precipitation in May in Hurghada
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Hurghada, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect it to stay dry all month in Hurghada.
Daily UV Index in May in Hurghada
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Hurghada, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Hurghada Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Hurghada, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Hurghada Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Hurghada, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Hurghada
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Weather experiences in May in Hurghada
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Sunny days with a light sea breeze. Sometimes it gets too hot in the middle of the day, so bring umbrellas. However, this is a great place if you love the sun.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Hurghada by Month
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