el-Bahreinel-Bahrein at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit el-Bahrein
Best during winter and early spring to avoid extreme summer heat and to have comfortable daylight hours for exploring.
Winter
Nov-Mar · 15-25°C
Comfortable days and clear skies suitable for desert travel.
Spring
Mar-May · 20-30°C
Warmer; early spring mornings are best for travel.
Weather & Climate near el-Bahrein
Climate
el-Bahrein's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 36°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 82
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
MayJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
46°
Warmest Month
0°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 6° - 20° | 13° | 10 mm | clear | 59% | 2.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.4h |
| February | Excellent | 8° - 21° | 15° | 6 mm | clear | 50% | 3.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.1h |
| March | Ideal | 10° - 24° | 17° | 4 mm | clear | 41% | 3.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 14° - 29° | 21° | 1 mm | clear | 33% | 3.6 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.7h |
| May | Ideal | 18° - 32° | 25° | 1 mm | clear | 30% | 3.8 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.4h |
| June | Ideal | 21° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 30% | 3.7 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.8h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 36° | 29° | 0 mm | clear | 31% | 3.5 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.6h |
| August | Ideal | 22° - 36° | 29° | 0 mm | clear | 34% | 3.1 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.0h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 33° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 38% | 3.2 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 17° - 30° | 23° | 3 mm | clear | 46% | 2.9 m/s | 1.5 high | 11.4h |
| November | Ideal | 12° - 25° | 18° | 7 mm | clear | 54% | 2.5 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 10.6h |
| December | Excellent | 8° - 21° | 14° | 9 mm | clear | 61% | 2.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.2h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to el-Bahrein
Access is by car along regional roads from Marsa Matrouh and other towns in Matrouh Governorate. Distances between services can be large; plan fuel and supplies in advance.
Tips for Visiting el-Bahrein
- Carry plenty of water - Matrouh Governorate is arid and summer temperatures are extreme.
- Check local archaeological or conservation rules before exploring ruins; many desert sites are protected.
- Use a reliable map and inform local authorities if venturing off paved roads.