December weather forecast
Hurghada, Egypt

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Beach shades reflected in water on a calm sunny day in Hurghada, Egypt
Beach shades reflected in water on a calm sunny day in Hurghada, Egypt

Weather in December

The arrival of December welcomes winter in Hurghada, defined by distinct chilliness especially during night hours. While days remain comfortably warm, nights can get fairly cold urging a light jacket at sundown. Hurghada amasses a rainfall amount of 1mm (0.04"), offering a slight disconnect from its predominantly dry status. As the shortest daylight duration of the year settles in, December curtails the sun weary. Despite the lower sun strength indicated by a UV index of 4 units, the winter allure of Hurghada sustains tourists' interests.

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a moderately hot 26.8°C (80.2°F) in November to a pleasant 22.7°C (72.9°F). Hurghada's nights in December cool down to an average low-temperature of 12.5°C (54.5°F).

Humidity

In Hurghada, the average relative humidity in December is 51%.

Rainfall

In Hurghada, in December, during 0.3 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hurghada, there are 2 rainfall days, and 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Hurghada, the average seawater temperature in December is 24.3°C (75.7°F).
Note: Your comfort in 24.3°C (75.7°F) waters hinges on your relationship with the cold, today's sunny disposition, wind patterns, and the air's temperature. For context, Olympic swimmers are no strangers to waters of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Hurghada, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 4, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Hurghada. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Heed this! UV intensity is much stronger when reflected off sand and water.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hurghada in December?

During December, Hurghada experiences an average high-temperature of 22.7°C (72.9°F) and a low-temperature of 12.5°C (54.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in October is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Hurghada?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hurghada, Egypt, is 51%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hurghada?

In Hurghada, during December, the rain falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

How warm is the water in December in Hurghada?

In Hurghada, Egypt, in December, the average water temperature is 24.3°C (75.7°F). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 24.3°C (75.7°F) water.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hurghada?

With an average of 10h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hurghada.

How many hours of daylight does Hurghada have in December?

In December, the average day length in Hurghada is 10h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hurghada?

On the first day of December in Hurghada, Egypt, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hurghada?

The month with the least sunshine in Hurghada, Egypt, is December, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hurghada have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hurghada?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Hurghada, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in December in Hurghada?

In Hurghada, Egypt, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Hurghada, Egypt

Average temperature in December - Hurghada, Egypt
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (36.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11°C).

Average humidity in December
Hurghada, Egypt

Average humidity in December - Hurghada, Egypt
  • Average humidity in December: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Hurghada, Egypt

Average rainfall in December - Hurghada, Egypt
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (2mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Hurghada, Egypt

Average rainfall days in December - Hurghada, Egypt
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, March, April and December (0.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Hurghada, Egypt

Average sea temperature in December - Hurghada, Egypt
  • Average sea temperature in December: 24.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (28.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (22.3°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hurghada, Egypt

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hurghada, Egypt
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).

Average UV index in December
Hurghada, Egypt

Average UV index in December - Hurghada, Egypt
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).

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