Red Sea Coast, Egypt: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Red Sea Coast, Egypt? If you're planning to go to Red Sea Coast, I've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Red Sea Coast
- Important essentials for Red Sea Coast
- Activities for Red Sea Coast
- Red Sea Coast in January: weather and what to pack
- Red Sea Coast in February: weather and what to pack
- Red Sea Coast in March: weather and what to pack
- Red Sea Coast in April: weather and what to pack
- Red Sea Coast in May: weather and what to pack
- Red Sea Coast in June: weather and what to pack
- Red Sea Coast in July: weather and what to pack
- Red Sea Coast in August: weather and what to pack
- Red Sea Coast in September: weather and what to pack
- Red Sea Coast in October: weather and what to pack
- Red Sea Coast in November: weather and what to pack
- Red Sea Coast in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Red Sea Coast, Egypt
Based on the climate and weather in Red Sea Coast, the best time to go is March. See below for details.
Important essentials for Red Sea Coast, Egypt
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Red Sea Coast, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently wear away. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly option.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb kit.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Emergency phone
For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Red Sea Coast may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
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For families with young children
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. This one should work in most countries, but check with your hotel.
What to wear/what to pack for Red Sea Coast, Egypt by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you visit Red Sea Coast during January, you will probably notice that it is balmy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light skirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sandals
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Extra socks
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Sunscreen lotion
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Bug repellent
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
If you plan go to a monastery, like St. Anthony's Monastery, take the following:
February
February in Red Sea Coast is a perfect temperature and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 70s F (low 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Extra socks
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Bug repellent
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
If you plan go to a monastery, like St. Anthony's Monastery, take the following:
March
If you go to Red Sea Coast in March, you will notice that it is warm and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light skirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Bug repellent
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
If you plan go to a monastery, like St. Anthony's Monastery, take the following:
April
April in Red Sea Coast is extremely warm and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Bug repellent
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
If you plan go to a monastery, like St. Anthony's Monastery, take the following:
May
May here can be sweltering and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also removes dangerous contaminants:
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
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Skirts
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
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If you're going to the beach
If you plan go to a monastery, like St. Anthony's Monastery, take the following:
June
June here is consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes contaminants:
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Sunglasses
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Skirts
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Loose-fit shorts
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Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
If you plan go to a monastery, like St. Anthony's Monastery, take the following:
July
July is scorchingly hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
Bug bite relief
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Sun protecting pants/skirts
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Sunglasses
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Insulated water bottle
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Waterproof sandals
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed to cool you and offer UV protection.
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Skirts
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are developed to keep you cool:
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Personal cooling fan
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Thin short sleeve shirts
You should bring extra, since these often get wet or dirty.
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Light linen shorts
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
If you plan go to a monastery, like St. Anthony's Monastery, take the following:
August
If you vacation in Red Sea Coast during August, you are likely to find that it can be blisteringly hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Insulated water bottle
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are specially designed to keep you cool and can provide UV protection.
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Bug repellent
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created to help you stay cool:
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Personal cooling fan
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Light linen shorts
Bug bite relief
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Protecting pants
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Thin short sleeve shirts
Remember to pack extra, since these often get wet or dirty.
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Sunglasses
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
If you plan go to a monastery, like St. Anthony's Monastery, take the following:
September
If you vacation in Red Sea Coast during September, you are likely to notice that it can be very hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
If you plan go to a monastery, like St. Anthony's Monastery, take the following:
October
If you vacation in Red Sea Coast during October, you are likely to find that it is extremely hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
If you're going to the beach
If you plan go to a monastery, like St. Anthony's Monastery, take the following:
November
Traveling to Red Sea Coast in November, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Bug repellent
-
Extra socks
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
If you plan go to a monastery, like St. Anthony's Monastery, take the following:
December
If you are traveling to Red Sea Coast in December, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Extra socks
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
Activities for Red Sea Coast, Egypt
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Red Sea Coast.
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