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El Gouna, Egypt
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El Gouna is a small city in Red Sea, Egypt with a population of 15,000. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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About El Gouna
El Gouna is an Egyptian city located on the Red Sea in the Red Sea Governorate, Egypt. It is located 20 kilometres north of Hurghada. It is part of the Red Sea Riviera, and a host city of the El Gouna Film Festival. It was created in 1990, and is owned and developed by Samih Sawiris' Orascom Development.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,000 |
| Population Density | 1,056 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 27.3942°, 33.6783° |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
| Country | 🇪🇬 Egypt |
| State / Province | Red Sea |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Gouna
El Gouna is a small city in Egypt (Red Sea) with a population of 15,000. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Cairo.
Climate in El Gouna
El Gouna has an average annual temperature of 25.4°C (78°F). The hottest month is Aug (32.7°C), the coldest is Jan (16.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 23 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.9°F |
| 39% above Egypt avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 14.2 sq mi (36.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,056/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.3942°N, 33.6783°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1969 | GULF OF SUEZ | Earthquake | — | 2 | 47 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 85°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 87°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 87°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in |
El Gouna has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 61°F in January to 87°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 0.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (0.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in El Gouna
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Gouna International School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in El Gouna
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurghada Museum | ||||
| Selkhet Papyrus | ||||
| متحف الأسماك |
Libraries in El Gouna
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bible Society of Egypt | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Gouna
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
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Hotels in El Gouna
25 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in El Gouna
48 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in El Gouna
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in El Gouna
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in El Gouna
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Gouna
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in El Gouna
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in El Gouna
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in El Gouna
3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Gouna
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Gouna
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hurghada International Airport | HRG | Large Airport |
| Sharm El Sheikh International Airport | SSH | Large Airport |
| El Gouna Private Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Gouna Ultralight Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gabal El Zeit Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Gouna
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Hurghada Medical Center | ||
| Queens Clinics | ||
| Sindbad Club Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Gouna
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| El Gouna Mosque | |
| Orthodox Church |
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Public Holidays in Egypt
7 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About El Gouna
What is the population of El Gouna?
El Gouna has a population of 15,000 residents and is located in Egypt. The population density is 1,056 people per square mile, spread across 14.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Gouna?
El Gouna has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.1 inches.