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El Gouna
City in Red Sea, Egypt
Overview
El Gouna is a purpose-built resort town on Egypt's Red Sea coast, famous for its lagoons, water sports, and laid-back Mediterranean vibe. The town offers a blend of luxury marinas, family-friendly beaches, and lively nightlife, making it a popular destination for both relaxation and adventure. With a friendly community and modern amenities, El Gouna provides a unique escape from city life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Egypt
Governorate
Red Sea
Population
15,000
Time Zone
Africa/Cairo
Coordinates
27.39°, 33.68°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
73
Female Safety
63
LGBTQ+ Safety
22
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
82
Monthly Cost
$1,215
Local Cost
$760
Local Income
$300
Cashless
56
English
58
Temperature
25.1°C
Summer Avg
30.4°C
Winter Avg
19.1°C
Record High
42.4°C
Record Low
9.5°C
Humidity
51%
Precipitation
9 mm
Internet Speed
24 Mbps
Upload
16 Mbps
Latency
21 ms
City Vibrancy
14
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
11
Parks
1
Transport
42
Walk Score
42
Footways
84.0
Airport
HRG
Distance
26 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 39 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 73/100.
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