Weather in Sharm El Sheikh
What's the weather like in Sharm El Sheikh?
Sharm El Sheikh has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 22°C (72°F) in January to 39°C (103°F) in July, with overnight lows around 12°C (54°F) and 28°C (83°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Sharm El Sheikh are January through March, and December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇪🇬 Egypt
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Cairo
- Coordinates
- 27.916, 34.330
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C / 72°F | 12°C / 54°F | 2 mm | 2 | — |
| February | 24°C / 75°F | 14°C / 57°F | 3 mm | 2 | — |
| March | 27°C / 80°F | 17°C / 62°F | 6 mm | 2 | — |
| April | 32°C / 89°F | 21°C / 69°F | 1 mm | 1 | — |
| May | 36°C / 96°F | 25°C / 76°F | 1 mm | 1 | — |
| June | 38°C / 101°F | 27°C / 80°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| July | 39°C / 103°F | 28°C / 83°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| August | 40°C / 103°F | 29°C / 83°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| September | 38°C / 100°F | 27°C / 81°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| October | 33°C / 92°F | 23°C / 74°F | 2 mm | 1 | — |
| November | 28°C / 83°F | 19°C / 66°F | 2 mm | 2 | — |
| December | 24°C / 76°F | 15°C / 59°F | 3 mm | 1 | — |
Sharm El Sheikh by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Sharm El Sheikh?
The most comfortable months in Sharm El Sheikh are usually January, February, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Sharm El Sheikh?
August is typically the hottest month in Sharm El Sheikh, averaging a high of 40°C (103°F).
What is the coldest month in Sharm El Sheikh?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 12°C (54°F).
Does it snow in Sharm El Sheikh?
Snow is rare in Sharm El Sheikh; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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