April to June
Comfort 4/5 · sea warms late
TurkeyAegean pools stay quiet and rates are soft; the water lags until late May, so shaded family rooms matter more than the walk to the beach.
EgyptRed Sea swimming starts in April; Hurghada wind rises after midday, while Marsa Alam keeps calmer reef access.
Trade-off: empty decks and low rates, against a sea roughly three weeks behind the air.
July to August
Comfort 3/5 · heat peak, school-holiday pricing
TurkeyAntalya runs near 34°C; swim-up rooms earn their price, road-facing blocks do not.
EgyptCoast wind makes Hurghada feel softer than the thermometer suggests; early boat slots beat afternoon lounging.
Trade-off: guaranteed warm water and full animation programmes, against midday heat and the year's highest rates.
September to October
Comfort 5/5 · steadiest balance
TurkeyThe Mediterranean holds warmth into October; some Aegean hotels retire facilities after mid-month, so confirm the closing date.
EgyptRed Sea visibility peaks and dive boats fill early; Sharm evenings turn breezy.
Trade-off: the best conditions of the year, against thinner charter seats and earlier facility closures.