Hurghada or Marsa Alam in November?
On climate data, Hurghada comes out ahead overall in November. See the per-criterion details below.
HurghadaPhoto: Oooways · CC BY-SA 4.0
Marsa AlamPhoto: Marc Ryckaert (MJJR) · CC BY 3.0Key figures in November
| Criterion | Hurghada | Marsa Alam |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 27 °C | 27 °C |
| Average daily low | 21 °C | 22 °C |
| Sea | 26 °C | 26 °C |
| Rainy days | 0 rainy days (est.) ★ | 1 rainy day (est.) |
| Sun | 6 h/day | 6 h/day |
| Humidity | 56 % | 62 % |
Winner by travel type
Hurghada or Marsa Alam in November: the short answer
In November, Hurghada comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Hurghada 92/100 vs Marsa Alam 91/100). That is a snapshot of one month, though — which one truly fits depends on what you want from the trip, so the breakdown below goes criterion by criterion.
This comparison focuses on November as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Hurghada averages a climate score of 83/100, Marsa Alam 82/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in November, side by side
The average daily high is about 27 °C in Hurghada and 27 °C in Marsa Alam — about the same. Average daily lows are around 21 °C versus 22 °C.
On rain, Hurghada sees about 0 rainy days in November and Marsa Alam about 1 — drier in Hurghada. Sunshine is comparable (6 vs 6 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In November the water is about 26 °C at Hurghada and 26 °C at Marsa Alam. Over the year, Hurghada is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, Marsa Alam in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. Peak sea warmth is August for Hurghada and August for Marsa Alam.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Hurghada records roughly 2 rainy days and Marsa Alam about 3 — the drier of the two overall is Hurghada. At their sunniest, Hurghada reaches about 10 hours of sun a day (June) and Marsa Alam about 10 (June). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Hurghada is at its best in February, March, November and December, while Marsa Alam peaks in January, February, March and December. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the November scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: both are close (Hurghada 96 vs Marsa Alam 96).
City breaks: Hurghada scores higher in November (Hurghada 90 vs Marsa Alam 88).
Active & hiking: Hurghada scores higher in November (Hurghada 80 vs Marsa Alam 77).
Family: Hurghada scores higher in November (Hurghada 99 vs Marsa Alam 98).
Verdict: which should you pick?
In November, Hurghada leads overall and for city breaks, active trips and family trips, while the beach score is effectively tied. Over the year, Hurghada carries the higher overall climate score. Your own priority still matters, and the month-by-month pages give you the full picture before you book.