Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Mersa Matruh, Egypt

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Mersa Matruh...

Mersa Matruh is a beach in Egypt. The water temperature around Mersa Matruh has slight variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 16.5°C (61.7°F) in March up to 25.7°C (78.3°F) in the month of October, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 21°C (70°F) and the best time for water activities is , since Mersa Matruh is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature at Mersa Matruh?

The current water temperature in the month of October at Mersa Matruh is about:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not too many surf spots are in close proximity to Mersa Matruh. The closest decent spot is Peristeras, which is more than 265.5km (164.9miles) away from Mersa Matruh. Click here for directions and for more information on Peristeras and its water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also check out Preveli, which is ca 304.7km (189.2miles) away from Mersa Matruh. Another surfspot is Preveli, located 304.7km (189.2miles) from Mersa Matruh.

Are there any other beautiful beaches near by?

No, there are not many beaches in close proximity to Mersa Matruh. The closest decent beach is Sidi Abdel Rahman, which is just 92.4km (57.4miles) away from Mersa Matruh. Another nice beach near Mersa Matruh is Maamoura Beach, 165.1km (102.5miles) away.

What wetsuit thickness is needed for Mersa Matruh?

The water temperature at Mersa Matruh is very warm, reaching up to 26°C (78°F) in the months of . During this time, in the , a rashguard or 1mm top might be required for temperature-senstive people, but most people will be ok without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . Nevertheless, during February, March, and April, temperatures reach lows of 17°C (62°F). In this season, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top. For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a 4/3 wetsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing near Mersa Matruh?

Due to comparatively large sea temperature changes during the year, diving and fishing conditions vary quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 17 to 22°C (62-71°F) during spring. Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions usually change during when water temperatures reach 21 to 26°C (69-78°F). Fish that like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Barracuda, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and Yellowfin Tuna.

Directions to Mersa Matruh: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Mersa Matruh...

Do you know what the the city Hawthorne in the United States, the city Gudendorf in the Germany, and Memnon Shoal have in common with Mersa Matruh? Click on the links to find out...