How windy is Hurghada and Makadi Bay in November–December, and should you choose a sheltered bay?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 9 days ago
TL;DR
Hurghada and Makadi Bay can be windy in November–December, but conditions vary: some travelers still had open sea and normal swimming, while others hit short periods of very cold wind. If you're sensitive to wind, a sheltered bay in Makadi Bay is the safer choice.
What the community said
A common December pattern is intermittent wind rather than nonstop bad weather. Travelers report that even when a cold wind hits, it may last only through the morning, after which conditions improve enough to swim and relax again.
9 days ago December
November in the Hurghada–Makadi area can also be windy, but the sea may still remain open. If you care more about quiet, relaxed stays, good service, and a reef, some Makadi Bay resorts still work well, but travelers who dislike wind should specifically book a sheltered bay.
9 days ago Makadi Bay
For winter trips in December, travelers specifically recommend sheltered bays in Makadi, where swimming is usually more comfortable in the colder season. The key point is that some resorts can be windy even in summer, so the bay’s protection matters more than the month alone.
9 days ago sheltered bay, Makadi