December weather forecast
Safaga, Egypt

December sees Safaga reach its cool winter phase. Temperatures drop further, contrasting significantly to the soaring heights experienced during mid-year. The daylight period continues to shrink, but the warmth of the sun remains inviting. Once again, the city doesn't witness any rainfall days, reinforcing Safaga's renowned arid climate. Consistent with the ongoing pattern, the UV Index has moderated significantly, making daytime exploration a breezy affair. Wrapping up the year, the pleasant winter in this Egyptian city provides an ideal scenario for both local revelries and touristic exploration.

Temperature

In the transition to December, Safaga observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a warm 27°C (80.6°F) in November to a still moderately hot 23.4°C (74.1°F). An average low-temperature of 12.4°C (54.3°F) marks the month of December in Safaga, Egypt.

Rainfall

January through September and December are months without rainfall.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 24°C (75.2°F).
Note: If you're wary of the cold, the surrounding conditions—sunshine, wind, and air temperature become crucial when swimming in 24°C (75.2°F) waters. Olympic standards, for reference, are set between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Safaga, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in December translates into this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Alert! The Sun's UV rays are heightened by the reflection of sand and water.