Lake Manzala
Lake Large brackish lake in the Nile Delta
A shallow, brackish lagoon on the northeastern Nile Delta between Port Said and Damietta; noted for fisheries, delta birdlife and a landscape shaped by canals, salt pans and irrigation.
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Lake Manzala is a large brackish lake on the northern edge of Egypt’s Nile Delta, within the coastal zone of the Mediterranean. It is a shallow lagoon historically used for fishing and reed harvesting.
The lake’s shallow waters support local fisheries and coastal wetlands rather than tourism infrastructure; shoreline villages and fishing communities use the lake for livelihoods.
Manzala’s extent and character have changed over the 20th century due to land reclamation, drainage projects and evolving coastal management practices that have altered its shoreline and ecological balance.
Lake Manzala lies along Egypt’s Mediterranean coast in the northeastern Nile Delta region, within the Port Said Governorate area, east of the main Delta channels and near coastal towns.
- Economic use: A large brackish lagoon on the Nile Delta coastline that has been important for local fishing and reed harvesting for generations.
How to Get to Lake Manzala #
Manzala lies between Port Said and Damietta along the Mediterranean coast of the Nile Delta. Road access is via the coastal highway; local fishing villages provide access points for boats. Port Said is the nearest major urban center with transport links.
Tips for Visiting Lake Manzala #
- Boat access is common-arrange a guide from Port Said or local fishing communities to navigate the reedbeds and shallow channels.
- Be prepared for strong winds and rapidly changing weather; the lake is shallow and can be choppy.
- Combine with a trip to the Suez Canal area or Port Said's waterfront; local guides may also show salt-harvesting and birding sites.
Best Time to Visit Lake Manzala #
Cooler months from October to March are most comfortable for exploration and birdwatching; summer heat can be intense and muddy access is sometimes complicated.
Weather & Climate near Lake Manzala #
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 11°C to 30°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 29°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
