Dumyāţ al Jadīdah Travel Guide

City City in Damietta, Egypt

Dumyāţ al Jadīdah hugs the Damietta branch with a small port where timber mills and fishermen mix. Visitors come for fresh seafood, broad promenades and ferry links toward the Mediterranean coast.

Costs

$25-40 per day (budget)

Very cheap local prices; guesthouses and markets are inexpensive.

Safety

Low violent crime, watch traffic

Typical small‑town safety; avoid night driving and busy intersections.

Best Time

October-April (comfortable weather)

Cool, dry months from October to April are most pleasant.

In This Guide

Why Visit Dumyāţ al Jadīdah?
Top Things to Do
Plan Your Visit
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

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Population

54,508

Infrastructure & Convenience

Limited tourist facilities, local buses and taxis, few English signs.

Popularity

Not a tourist center - mostly local industry and trade visitors.

Known For

Fishing and seafood, furniture and carpentry workshops, Nile Delta scenery, port access, local markets, palm groves, traditional bakeries, boatbuilding

Close to Damietta, a governorate famed across Egypt for its furniture workshops.

Why Visit Dumyāţ al Jadīdah? #

Dumyāţ al Jadīdah sits within Damietta Governorate and appeals to visitors seeking seafood, maritime life and traditional craft skills. The wider Damietta area is famed for fresh fish and grilled coastal specialties, while local carpentry and furniture workshops showcase a long woodworking tradition. Strolling markets and harbor scenes give a hands-on sense of port town routines, and seasonal religious and folk festivities offer insight into community rhythms along the Nile Delta coast.

Top Things to Do in Dumyāţ al Jadīdah

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Ras el-Barr

Coastal town on the Nile Delta, popular beaches

Cape

Best Time to Visit Dumyāţ al Jadīdah #

Damietta is nicest from December to April when coastal breezes and mild temperatures make seaside strolling and local markets enjoyable. Summer brings heat and humidity, though the sea keeps conditions slightly milder than inland.

Winter

December - February · 12-21°C (54-70°F)

Mild, pleasant winter ideal for coastal strolls, seafood markets, and exploring the harbour area without intense heat-cool evenings are comfortable.

Spring

March - May · 18-30°C (64-86°F)

Warm, blossoming spring brings comfortable days and occasional wind; great for sightseeing, beach walks, and river trips before the hotter months.

Summer

June - September · 25-34°C (77-93°F)

Hot summers are humid but moderated by coastal breezes; daytime heat can be tiring, so plan mornings and evenings for outdoor activities.

Best Time to Visit Dumyāţ al Jadīdah #

Climate

Dumyāţ al Jadīdah's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 9°C to 32°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit

JuneMaySeptember

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

40°

Warmest Month

8°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

13°

Feels Like Cool

13°C

Temperature

9° – 18°

68%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

28 mm

Rainfall

3.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.5

UV Index

Moderate

10.2h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

9° – 19°

69%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

18 mm

Rainfall

3.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.8

UV Index

Moderate

10.9h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.

84 Excellent

Comfort

16°

Feels Like Cool

16°C

Temperature

11° – 21°

69%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

11 mm

Rainfall

3.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.2

UV Index

High

11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain.

92 Ideal

Comfort

19°

Feels Like Mild

19°C

Temperature

13° – 24°

69%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

5 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.6

UV Index

Very High

12.8h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

16° – 28°

69%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

3 mm

Rainfall

3.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.0

UV Index

Extreme

13.6h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

20° – 31°

69%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

0 mm

Rainfall

3.9 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

14.0h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 29°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

29°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

22° – 32°

69%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

0 mm

Rainfall

3.6 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

13.8h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 29°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

29°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

22° – 32°

69%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

0 mm

Rainfall

3.8 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

13.1h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

21° – 31°

68%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

0 mm

Rainfall

3.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.7

UV Index

Very High

12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain.

93 Ideal

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Mild

24°C

Temperature

19° – 28°

68%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

7 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.1

UV Index

High

11.3h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

15° – 24°

66%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

14 mm

Rainfall

3.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.7

UV Index

Moderate

10.4h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

15°

Feels Like Cool

15°C

Temperature

11° – 20°

68%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

24 mm

Rainfall

3.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.5

UV Index

Low

10.0h daylight

How to Get to Dumyāţ al Jadīdah

Dumyāţ al Jadīdah (New Damietta) is most often reached via Cairo International Airport with onward travel by train or road. Trains and microbuses provide the common public‑transport links between Cairo and Damietta.

By Air

Cairo International Airport (CAI): CAI is the main airport for reaching Damietta Governorate (Dumyāţ al Jadīdah). From CAI you can continue by road to Damietta by taxi (typically 200-400 EGP, ~3 hours) or transfer to Cairo’s rail and bus network for onward travel.

Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): For some coastal parts of Damietta, Borg El Arab (Alexandria) can be an alternative arrival airport, but overland travel times are usually longer than via CAI.

By Train & Bus

Train: Egypt National Railways operates services toward Damietta and nearby stations from Cairo’s Ramses Station; trains to Damietta-area stations vary in travel time (around 3-4 hours) and are priced by class (cheap for basic cars, higher for air‑conditioned classes).

Bus/Microbus: Intercity buses and microbuses run from Cairo and Alexandria to Damietta and nearby towns; microbuses provide frequent, direct connections and are generally the fastest public road option.

How to Get Around Dumyāţ al Jadīdah #

Dumyāţ al Jadīdah (Damietta area) is compact enough for short walks in the centre, though sidewalks vary. Local life moves at a relaxed pace, so walking between nearby shops and cafés is common. For longer trips use tuk-tuks, shared microbuses and local taxis; fares are low but carry change. If you’re heading to the port or neighbouring towns, minibuses and intercity buses are available.

Where to Stay in Dumyāţ al Jadīdah #

Budget

Near Damietta city centre - $10-35/night

Very limited low-cost options in Dumyāţ al Jadīdah itself; most budget travelers stay in Damietta city a short drive away. Expect simple guesthouses or family-run rooms.

Mid-Range

Damietta (city) - $35-70/night

Mid-range hotels are uncommon in the new-city area; look to Damietta proper for comfortable, modest hotels with basic amenities and riverside locations.

Luxury

Alexandria / Port Said (drive) - $80+/night

No true luxury resorts in Dumyāţ al Jadīdah. For higher-end rooms, travel to larger coastal cities (Alexandria or Port Said) where upscale hotels are available.