December weather forecast
El Gouna, Egypt

December rings in winter in El Gouna, thus providing a respite from the prevailing warm climate. The month's temperature range narrows to between 11°C (51.8°F) and 22.7°C (72.9°F). Nonetheless, the weather persists in being relatively dry, with just a touch of rainfall experienced once during the month. Shorter daylight hours are, however, bright courtesy of persistent sunshine. Although sea temperatures turn cooler, they still remain agreeable enough for visitors to partake in water activities.

Temperature

During the shift to December, El Gouna records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 26.6°C (79.9°F) in November to a pleasant 22.7°C (72.9°F). An average low-temperature of 11°C (51.8°F) is noted during the nights in December in El Gouna.

Rainfall

December is the only month when the rain falls in El Gouna. The month with the most rainfall in El Gouna is December, when 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically aggregated.

Sea temperature

In El Gouna, the average seawater temperature in December is 24.3°C (75.7°F).
Note: The allure of a swim in 24.3°C (75.7°F) waters can be influenced by your feelings towards the cold, today's sunshine, the wind's touch, and the ambient warmth. To put it in perspective, Olympic standards demand water temperatures of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EET.

Sunshine

January, February, November and December, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in December interprets into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Heads up! Sand and water reflection magnifies the UV exposure from the Sun.