Marina, Egypt

Ruins Mediterranean resort town west of Alexandria

Marina El Alamein on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast in Matrouh Governorate hosts beaches, hotels and promenade life; visitors use it as a seaside base and to visit nearby El Alamein war memorials.

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Marina, Egypt
Marina (El Alamein/Marina area), Matrouh Governorate, Egypt
30.8246, 29.0113

How to Get to Marina, Egypt #

The area is accessible by road from Alexandria (about 1-2 hours depending on exact location); regional buses and private taxis serve coastal towns in Matrouh Governorate. Driving along the coastal highway gives the most flexibility.

Tips for Visiting Marina, Egypt #

  • Time a visit for early morning to escape the midday heat and to see fishing boats return.
  • If exploring the Mediterranean-side outlets, respect local beach rules and watch for seasonal jellyfish.
  • Combine with a drive along the north coast to see other Alexandrian-era sites.

Best Time to Visit Marina, Egypt #

Best visited in the cooler months from late autumn to spring for comfortable coastal weather and clearer seas.

Winter/Spring
November-April · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Cooler, comfortable days for seaside promenades and sightseeing.
Summer
May-September · 25-35°C (77-95°F)
Hot and dry; early mornings and evenings are the most pleasant times to be outdoors.

Weather & Climate near Marina, Egypt #

Climate

Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 31°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.3h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 21°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 24°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.8h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 27°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
19° 30°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

July

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

100 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 31°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
13.8h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 31°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

September

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

100 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 30°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 28°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
11.3h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 24°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

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