Soma Bay Beach Sea Temperature & Swim Forecast
Peninsula of luxury resorts with house reef.
Very warm water with a light chop and a light breeze — great swimming conditions.
Location
Soma Bay 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 27.4°C the water is warm enough to swim and surf in just a swimsuit or boardshorts.
Recommendation tuned for Soma Bay Beach's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.
Can I swim at Soma Bay Beach today?
The sea is currently 27.4°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 Soma Bay Beach
The sea in Soma Bay 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.
Soma Bay Beach sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Soma Bay 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 Soma Bay 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.
Soma Bay Beach sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Soma Bay Beach?
July is the warmest month in Soma Bay Beach, when the sea averages about 28°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Soma Bay Beach?
The coldest month in Soma Bay Beach is typically February, when the water averages around 20°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Soma Bay Beach without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in Soma Bay 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 Soma Bay Beach?
Outside peak summer the water in Soma Bay 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 Soma Bay Beach?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Soma Bay Beach is about 24°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Soma Bay Beach?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Soma Bay 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.