Wind by month · El Gouna, Egypt · Spring
Kitesurfing in El Gouna in May.
Full summer warmth arrives — about 69% rideable days before June's higher share. Real rideable-day numbers from our own on-site weather station — measured, not promised.
- ~69% of days rideable
- ~30°C air · ~23°C water
- Busy on the beach
- ★ 4.8 / 549
What to expect in May
Full summer warmth arrives — about 69% rideable days before June's higher share.
May brings full summer warmth — around 30 °C air and 23 °C water — with a light shorty, or boardshorts on the warmest days, plus a rashguard for sun cover. About 69% of days meet our rideable-session threshold; the measured share then rises sharply in June. The beach is busy, but there is plenty of water to spread out on.
One thing to expect every day, year-round: the wind here is a north/north-west thermal that builds late morning and peaks in the afternoon — so early mornings can be calm. We plan your sessions around that rhythm, and you can always check the live wind and our 16-day forecast before you head out.
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How is the wind in El Gouna in May?
About 69% of days are rideable in our station record — close to seven days in ten. That is higher than April, while the larger summer jump appears in June. Warm water makes May a comfortable option even though not every day clears the threshold.
Is a wetsuit needed in El Gouna in May?
A light shorty is ideal in May — water is around 23 °C, air around 30 °C. On the warmest days some riders switch to boardshorts and a rashguard; we provide a wetsuit either way. Prioritise sun protection: a long-sleeve rashguard, hat and high-factor sunscreen.
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