Marsa Alam Town Beach Sea Temperature & Swim Forecast
Local town swim beach.
Very warm water with a light chop and a light breeze — great swimming conditions.
Location
Marsa Alam Town Beach on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.
7-day forecast
Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.
No wetsuit
At 28.1°C the water is warm enough to swim and surf in just a swimsuit or boardshorts.
Recommendation tuned for Marsa Alam Town Beach's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.
Can I swim at Marsa Alam Town Beach today?
The sea is currently 28.1°C — excellent swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find it pleasant.
- • Located in Red Sea Riviera, Egypt (Red Sea).
- • Family friendly with calm, accessible water.
- • Live data refreshed hourly from Open-Meteo Marine.
Monthly sea temperature averages
Tap any month to see what to expect — based on regional climatology.
Best time to swim in Marsa Alam Town Beach
The sea in Marsa Alam Town Beach peaks in July, when the water averages around 28°C.
The main swimming season runs from January – December, when surface temperatures stay comfortable for extended sessions.
On average, 12 months a year sit above 20°C — the threshold most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
The coldest month is typically February at around 20°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.
Marsa Alam Town Beach sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Marsa Alam Town Beach shows an annual mean sea temperature of 24°C, ranging from 20°C in winter to 28°C at the summer peak.
The seasonal swing is roughly 8°C between the coldest and warmest month — a useful yardstick when comparing years or checking whether the current sea is running above or below average.
Recent decades have trended slightly warmer at Marsa Alam Town Beach, in line with regional sea-surface temperature records for the wider basin.
Monthly averages below are drawn from multi-decadal climatology and are updated as new observations arrive.
Marsa Alam Town Beach sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Marsa Alam Town Beach?
July is the warmest month in Marsa Alam Town Beach, when the sea averages about 28°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Marsa Alam Town Beach?
The coldest month in Marsa Alam Town Beach is typically February, when the water averages around 20°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Marsa Alam Town Beach without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in Marsa Alam Town Beach runs from January – December — about 12 months a year when the sea sits above 20°C, the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do I need a wetsuit in Marsa Alam Town Beach?
Outside peak summer the water in Marsa Alam Town Beach drops toward 20°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable. In peak months most swimmers go without.
What is the average sea temperature in Marsa Alam Town Beach?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Marsa Alam Town Beach is about 24°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Marsa Alam Town Beach?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Marsa Alam Town Beach, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.
Year-round sea temperature
Best swim months: Jan – Feb – Mar – Apr – May – Jun – Jul – Aug – Sep – Oct – Nov – Dec
| Month | Sea | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 21°C | Pleasant |
| Feb | 20°C | Pleasant |
| Mar | 21°C | Pleasant |
| Apr | 22°C | Warm |
| May | 24°C | Warm |
| Jun | 26°C | Hot |
| Jul ⭐ | 28°C | Hot |
| Aug | 28°C | Hot |
| Sep | 28°C | Hot |
| Oct | 26°C | Hot |
| Nov | 24°C | Warm |
| Dec | 22°C | Warm |
Nearby beaches
The closest coastline, with live water temperatures.