City in South Sinai, Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Sharm El Sheikh
Spring and autumn are warm with good sea temperatures. Dec–Feb is cool and windy; Jun–Aug is very hot (35–40°C) but the sea is warm.
Sharm El Sheikh weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan23°2 mm
- Feb24°2 mm
- Mar28°4 mm
- Apr31°1 mm
- May35°0 mm
- Jun38°0 mm
- Jul39°0 mm
- Aug39°0 mm
- Sep38°0 mm
- Oct34°2 mm
- Nov29°2 mm
- Dec24°1 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C73°F | 15°C60°F | 2 mm | 49% | Pleasant |
| February | 24°C76°F | 16°C61°F | 2 mm | 46% | Pleasant |
| March | 28°C82°F | 18°C65°F | 4 mm | 43% | Pleasant |
| April | 31°C88°F | 21°C70°F | 1 mm | 38% | Pleasant |
| May | 35°C95°F | 25°C77°F | 0 mm | 35% | Hot |
| June | 38°C101°F | 28°C82°F | 0 mm | 33% | Very hot |
| July | 39°C102°F | 30°C85°F | 0 mm | 35% | Very hot |
| August | 39°C103°F | 30°C86°F | 0 mm | 37% | Very hot |
| September | 38°C100°F | 28°C82°F | 0 mm | 40% | Very hot |
| October | 34°C93°F | 25°C77°F | 2 mm | 44% | Hot |
| November | 29°C84°F | 21°C70°F | 2 mm | 46% | Pleasant |
| December | 24°C76°F | 17°C63°F | 1 mm | 49% | Pleasant |
Best months across Egypt
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Cairo | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (39°C) |
| Luxor | Nov–Mar | Aug (42°C) |
| Hurghada | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (35°C) |
| Sharm El Sheikh | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (39°C) |
| Aswan | Nov–Mar | Aug (44°C) |
| Dahab | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (42°C) |
| Alexandria | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (34°C) |
| Giza | Feb–Mar, Oct–Dec | Jul (39°C) |
| Marsa Alam | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| El Gouna | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (35°C) |
| Siwa Oasis | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (38°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Sharm El Sheikh?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Spring and autumn are warm with good sea temperatures. Dec–Feb is cool and windy; Jun–Aug is very hot (35–40°C) but the sea is warm.
When is the rainy season in Sharm El Sheikh?
Rain peaks in March with about 4 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Sharm El Sheikh?
August, with average highs of 39°C (103°F).
How cold does Sharm El Sheikh get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 15°C (60°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities
- Go Bus
- UK FCDO travel advice: Egypt
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.2°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.