Safaga Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 17:17 (Africa/Cairo)
Egypt · Forecast updated Sep 5, 2026, 17:17 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
28.7°C
83.7°F
Very warm water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The September average in our archive is 28.7°C (83.6°F).
Recent trend
Cooling by 0.4°C
Seven-day average: 28.8°C, versus 29.1°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 Safaga, monthly averages range from about 26.4°C (79.6°F) in June to 29.2°C (84.6°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Safaga has been 29.2°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Northern Hemisphere. Summer is generally June–August; winter is December–February.
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 25.4°C / 77.7°F | 26.4°C / 79.6°F | 27.7°C / 81.9°F |
| July | 26.9°C / 80.4°F | 27.9°C / 82.2°F | 29.1°C / 84.4°F |
| August | 28.7°C / 83.7°F | 29.2°C / 84.6°F | 30.1°C / 86.2°F |
| September | 28.5°C / 83.3°F | 28.7°C / 83.6°F | 29.0°C / 84.2°F |
Profile calculated from 2330 hourly forecast records across 4 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Safaga
Quiet Red Sea bay with house reefs and steady, clear water.
- Area
- Red Sea Governorate
Safaga Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Safaga today?
The current sea surface temperature in Safaga is 28.7°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 29.2°C.
When is the water warmest in Safaga?
The warmest monthly average in the Safaga archive is August, at around 29.2°C (84.6°F).
When is the water coldest in Safaga?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 26.4°C (79.6°F).
Can you swim in Safaga today?
At 28.7°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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