What's the weather like in Marsa Alam in November?
Enjoying consistently high temperatures, many hours of sunshine and a warm sea throughout the year, Marsa Alam, situated on the shore of the Red Sea in Egypt, is gaining a reputation for being a popular beach holiday resort. No matter what time of the year you choose to visit Marsa Alam, you're guaranteed to find the perfect beach weather. That being said, many tourists find that it is at its best as a winter beach destination.
While the temperatures can get uncomfortably high in the peak summer months of July and August, in winter you get all the benefits of the warm and sunny weather without feeling uncomfortably hot. Nor do you need to worry about wet weather as it is practically non-existent in this corner of the world. Holidaying here in winter will also give you the added advantage of being able to find a bargain on your accommodation, as it's the quieter time of the year to holiday here.
Temperature
The average daytime high temperature in Marsa Alam is 27°C, while at night the mercury drops to an average low of 18°C. Both are excellent temperatures to enjoy the beaches and take part in outdoor activities. The high and low temperatures each decrease by about 3 degrees in the course of the month. The overall average temperature in November is 23°C, which is definitely comfortable. The sea temperature is much higher than the air temperature this time of year and averages a bath-like 27°C. The same water temperature is recorded in June as well.
Rain
There is very little precipitation throughout the entire year and November obeys that rule. The total amount of rainfall is 3mm, which is extremely low. There aren't any days with rainfall to speak of. Cloud cover is essentially constant during the whole month and ranges around 40%, which means that the skies in November are generally partly cloudy. They are never overcast, though, and there's always plenty of sunshine to enjoy. There is an average of 10 hours of sunshine per day in Marsa Alam at this time of the year. December has 9 sunshine hours per day, which is the annual minimum. A typical January day also receives 10 hours of sunshine.
The length of the days gradually decreases in the course of November. November 1 is the longest day of the month with 11.10 hours of daylight; November 30 is the shortest with 10.39 daylight hours.
Hotels in Marsa Alam in November
Three Corners Sea Beach Resort
The four-star Three Corners Sea Beach Resort lies about five kilometres from the Marsa Alam International Airport and Port Ghalib, which can take up to 1,000 boats. The resort itself is positioned toward the beach and sea and is a comfortable place to spend a beach holiday with the family. Its swimming pools are surrounded by lush green gardens, which are dotted with restaurants, bars and other facilities.
A large stretch of private beach invites you to laze the afternoon away, while the beach bar serves refreshing cocktails and other (non-)alcoholic beverages. The full menu of facilities features a main restaurant, five bars, two swimming pools, one children's pool, a private beach, fourteen gift shops, a spa and fitness centre, a dive centre, and plenty of sports courts and fields.
Beaches in Marsa Alam in November
There's no better place to enjoy Marsa Alam's fantastic beach weather than spread out on the beautiful stretches of white sand, fringed by palm trees. Secluded spots will ensure you get to unwind and relax in peace and make for the ideal getaway. Even in November, ensure that you have a full tube of sun cream and a hat or a parasol if you're venturing out onto the beach. The sun burns all year long in the resort!
Bars and Restaurants
The Gorgonia Beach Resort
The Gorgonia Beach Resort is not only an exquisite five-star accommodation; it is also the location of several excellent dining venues. Its main restaurant, El Wadi, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner on a large open-air terrace. Le Vela Restaurant is the place to go for great seafood dishes and Mediterranean cuisine, while the Bizza Basta Restaurant serves wood-fired oven pizzas and delicious appetisers and desserts.
Things to do in Marsa Alam in November
Camel Safari
You're staying at a desert destination, so what is a better thing to do than going on a camel safari? Nothing even comes close to a camel when it comes to exploring the deserthe animals with their relaxed yet determined pace are simply the ideal means of transportation for this environment. You can go on a camel safari with tour companies and usually a night in a Bedouin camp is included as well. Camel safaris take place in Wadi El Gemal, which means 'Valley of the Camels' in English, a name that couldn't be more appropriate.
Shalateen Camel Market
An even more typical experience is a visit to an actual camel market. The Shalateen camel market is a place that very few tourists visitt lies more than 230 kilometres south of Marsa Alam. There are, however, excursions that go there. Make sure to put this activity on your list!
