Marsa Alam Sea Temperature
Updated Thu 03:25 (Africa/Cairo)
Egypt · Forecast updated Aug 6, 2026, 03:25 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
30.3°C
86.5°F
Very warm water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The August average in our archive is 30.4°C (86.8°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 0.7°C
Seven-day average: 30.5°C, versus 29.8°C in the prior seven days.
What to wear
Very warm water
Swimwear is usually enough; a rash guard adds sun protection.
Cold tolerance varies. Wind, session length, sunshine, and exertion also affect comfort; temperature alone does not describe sea conditions.
Sea Surface Temperature Over the Year
In the data collected for Marsa Alam, monthly averages range from about 27.4°C (81.3°F) in June to 30.4°C (86.8°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Marsa Alam has been 29.6°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 25.6°C / 78.1°F | 27.4°C / 81.3°F | 28.4°C / 83.1°F |
| July | 28.0°C / 82.4°F | 29.2°C / 84.5°F | 30.4°C / 86.7°F |
| August | 29.6°C / 85.3°F | 30.4°C / 86.8°F | 31.2°C / 88.2°F |
Profile calculated from 1596 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Marsa Alam
Quiet Red Sea coast known for dugongs, turtles and house reefs straight off the beach.
- Area
- Red Sea Governorate
Marsa Alam Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Marsa Alam today?
The current sea surface temperature in Marsa Alam is 30.3°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 29.6°C.
When is the water warmest in Marsa Alam?
The warmest monthly average in the Marsa Alam archive is August, at around 30.4°C (86.8°F).
When is the water coldest in Marsa Alam?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 27.4°C (81.3°F).
Can you swim in Marsa Alam today?
At 30.3°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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