February in Egypt
Weather and Temperature
Like January, February is a good month for a full on site seeing agenda; the cooler weather being more conducive to a hectic schedule.
For sun bathing however, February in Egypt maybe a little frustrating with the wind and somtimes overcast skies.
Temperatures in Sinai are a little higher and the warm currents from the Gulf of Aqaba mean that resorts like Sharm El Sheikh and Dahab are typically warmer than those on the mainland coast (i.e. Hurghada).
Inland Sinai is cooler again and hikers may even experience snow when climbing Mount Sinai. Excursion are possible into the Western Desert but temperatures at night will likely drop below freezing.
The Nile Delta remains the coolest part of the country ranging from 11-18 ̊C in Alexandria and 8-18 ̊C in Cairo. As always the south of the country is hotter with temperatures of between 10-23 ̊C in Aswan and 10-21 ̊C on Red Sea coast. Sharm El Sheikh is warmer with temperatures ranging from 14-26 C
Holidays and Special Events
14th February - Okay so not strictly an official celebration - and certainly not a big deal in Egypt - but Valentine's in Egypt can be an uber romantic experience.
26th February 2011 The Birth of the Prophet Mohammed – The most famous of all Egyptian Moulids (meaning birthday in Arabic) is the birthday of the Prophet Mohammed which falls on the 3rd Month of the Islamic calendar each year.
In 2011 this will be the 26th February. Moulid El Naby as it is known in Arabic is a time of great festivities with each town staging carnivals and street parades, and families coming together to enjoy them.
