Hurghada Weather in August

August heat

August in Hurghada is hot from morning into evening. Afternoons reach 35°C, and nights stay warm, around 28°C. With no rain and plenty of sun, you can count on dry days, but sightseeing on foot can feel draining in the middle of the day.

Spend the hottest hours in the sea or somewhere cool, then visit Hurghada Marina when the sun eases. Boat trips to snorkel among Red Sea reefs work well, though the ride back can feel exposed in the sun. Save desert outings and long walks around El Dahar for cooler hours.

Events and crowds

August doesn't bring a major annual festival specific to Hurghada. Eid al-Adha sometimes falls in August, but its date changes each year. If it does, local families travel and gather, and opening hours or transport may shift.

European summer holidays bring plenty of families to the resort hotels and beaches. Hurghada can feel busier than in the quieter shoulder months, while prices are often higher than in the cooler low season. For budget travellers, compare hotel rates with November to April, the destination's best months overall.

A practical August tip

For families with young children, the warm sea is appealing, but long afternoons on a boat may be tiring. Choose a shorter Red Sea trip, and ask whether it has shade and an easy way to get back to shore.

At Hurghada Marina, take a taxi rather than walking there in the afternoon heat. Go for dinner when the waterfront cools, and try grilled seafood from a local restaurant. If you want to visit El Dahar's market streets, save them for the evening, when browsing feels far more comfortable.