Windsurfing in Red Sea
4 windsurfing spots in Red Sea, Egypt. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for windsurfing.
Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for windsurfing in Red Sea: June, August–September. Then about 25 windy days a month and water around 28°C (no wetsuit).
- Top picks: Soma Bay, Safaga & Hurghada.
- For beginners: Soma Bay, Safaga & Hurghada.
BestJun, Sep
Soma Bay
Egypt
Beginner-friendly · 28°C water in season, no wetsuit · ✈ HRG 41 km
BestJun, Sep
Safaga
Egypt
Beginner-friendly · 28°C water in season, no wetsuit · ✈ HRG 44 km
BestJun, Aug–Sep
Hurghada
Egypt
Beginner-friendly · 28°C water in season, no wetsuit · ✈ HRG 10 km
BestJun–Sep
El Gouna
Egypt
Beginner-friendly · 27°C water in season, no wetsuit · ✈ HRG 30 km
Windy days: days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots between 9:00 and 18:00, averaged over recent years.
Month by month in Red Sea
| Month | Windy days | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 12 | 22°C | shorty | 22°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 17 | 22°C | shorty | 23°C |
| MarchMar | 17 | 22°C | shorty | 25°C |
| AprilApr | 18 | 23°C | shorty | 29°C |
| MayMay | 20 | 24°C | shorty | 32°C |
| JuneJun | 25 | 26°C | no wetsuit | 35°C |
| JulyJul | 20 | 29°C | no wetsuit | 36°C |
| AugustAug | 24 | 29°C | no wetsuit | 37°C |
| SeptemberSep | 25 | 28°C | no wetsuit | 35°C |
| OctoberOct | 21 | 27°C | no wetsuit | 31°C |
| NovemberNov | 14 | 26°C | no wetsuit | 28°C |
| DecemberDec | 9 | 24°C | shorty | 24°C |
Averages of the 4 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for windsurfing in Red Sea?
Best time for windsurfing in Red Sea: June, August–September. Then about 25 windy days a month and water around 28°C (no wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Red Sea?
It depends on the month: about 29°C water in August (no wetsuit) and about 22°C in February (shorty).
Is Red Sea good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Soma Bay, Safaga, Hurghada & El Gouna.
Which airport is closest?
Hurghada International Airport (HRG), 41 km from Soma Bay.