Best Time to Visit Mersa Matruh, Matrouh, Egypt
Mersa Matruh is at its sunniest and driest in March–December.
The best time to visit Mersa Matruh for sunny, dry weather is March–December — 10 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through March–September; the wetter half falls in October–February. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 13.3°C / 55.9°F in January to 25.8°C / 78.4°F in August, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (June) to 35 mm / 1.4 in (December). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mersa Matruh, Matrouh, Egypt's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Mersa Matruh's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| March | 15.1°C59.2°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 17.8°C64°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 20.4°C68.7°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 23.4°C74.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 25.2°C77.4°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| August | 25.8°C78.4°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| September | 24.6°C76.3°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 22.1°C71.8°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 18.3°C64.9°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 14.8°C58.6°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mersa Matruh?
The best time to visit Mersa Matruh for sunny, dry weather is March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 25.8°C / 78.4°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mersa Matruh's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Mersa Matruh?
The rainy season at Mersa Matruh, Matrouh runs through October–February, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 12 mm / 0.5 in. The wettest single month is December (35 mm / 1.4 in).
What is the driest month in Mersa Matruh?
The driest month in Mersa Matruh is June, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 23.4°C / 74.1°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Mersa Matruh?
The least comfortable months for travel to Mersa Matruh — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 35 mm / 1.4 in in December, and the coldest month averages 13.3°C / 55.9°F.
Is Mersa Matruh climate different from Egypt overall?
Yes, usually. Our Mersa Matruh figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Egypt figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Mersa Matruh specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.