2026 Climate Averages

Sharm El Sheikh: Weather Guide & Climate

Complete month-by-month weather guide: Sharm El Sheikh. Best time to visit: October, November, December, January, February, March, April. Plan your trip with detailed climate data.

☀️ Climate Overview

Sharm El Sheikh has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 33°C, lows of 23°C, and approximately 0 rainy days per month.

The best time to visit Sharm El Sheikh is during October, November, December, January, February, March, April, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is moderate

Drier season: Apr–Dec Wetter season: Jan–Mar

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Air Quality

Best Time

J F M A M J J A S O N D
Conditions Excellent

Hottest

40°C July
Avg Low 30°C
Rain 0 days

Coldest

13°C January
Avg High 24°C
Rain 1 day

Driest Month

0 rainy days April
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 22°C

Windiest Month

14 km/h

February (gusts 31)

Sea Temp Range

23° – 30°C

Warmest water: July (30°C)

Best for swimming: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec (23°–30°C)

Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 14 days ahead

Weather by Season

Spring

Mar–May

High 32°C
Low 22°C
Rain 0 days
Crowds
Busy
Travel Costs Peak Rates

Summer

Jun–Aug

High 40°C
Low 30°C
Rain 0 days
Crowds
Quiet
Travel Costs Value Rates

Autumn

Sep–Nov

High 35°C
Low 25°C
Rain 0 days
Crowds
Busy
Travel Costs Shoulder Rates

Winter

Dec–Feb

High 25°C
Low 14°C
Rain 1 day
Crowds
Very Busy
Travel Costs Peak Rates

Month-by-Month Weather Table

January

Best
Excellent
24° / 13°
1d (3mm)
9.7h
44% Comfortable
UV 6.3 High

February

Best
Excellent
24° / 14°
1d (4mm)
10h
40% Comfortable
UV 7.6 Very High

March

Best
Excellent
28° / 17°
1d (4mm)
10.9h
34% Comfortable
UV 9.1 Very High

April

Best
Excellent
33° / 22°
0d (0mm)
11.8h
29% Very Dry
UV 10.7 Extreme

May

Good
36° / 26°
0d (0mm)
12.6h
27% Very Dry
UV 11.4 Extreme

June

Good
39° / 29°
0d (0mm)
12.8h
27% Very Dry
UV 11.6 Extreme

July

Good
40° / 30°
0d (0mm)
12.5h
30% Comfortable
UV 11.2 Extreme

August

Good
40° / 31°
0d (0mm)
12h
32% Comfortable
UV 10.6 Extreme

September

Good
39° / 29°
0d (0mm)
11.2h
33% Comfortable
UV 9.4 Very High

October

Best
Excellent
35° / 25°
0d (0mm)
10.7h
37% Comfortable
UV 7.9 Very High

November

Best
Excellent
30° / 20°
0d (0mm)
9.8h
42% Comfortable
UV 6.5 High

December

Best
Excellent
26° / 16°
0d (5mm)
9.3h
44% Comfortable
UV 5.7 High

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of climate does Sharm El Sheikh have?
Sharm El Sheikh has a warm climate with average yearly temperatures of 33°C and 23°C.
When is the best time to visit Sharm El Sheikh?
The best time to visit Sharm El Sheikh is during October, November, December, January, February, March, April, when temperatures average around 24°C and conditions are ideal for sightseeing.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Sharm El Sheikh?
The hottest month in Sharm El Sheikh is July with average highs of 40°C, while the coldest is January with average lows of 13°C.
When is the rainy season in Sharm El Sheikh?
Sharm El Sheikh sees the most rain in January (1 rainy days), while April is the driest month (0 rainy days).
Does it get cold at night in Sharm El Sheikh?
Night temperatures vary throughout the year. The coldest nights are in January (13°C), while July has the warmest evenings (30°C). Pack layers for cooler months.
Can you swim year-round in Sharm El Sheikh?
Sea temperatures in Sharm El Sheikh range from 23°C to 30°C throughout the year. The warmest water is in July. Swimming is comfortable year-round.
When is it too hot to visit Sharm El Sheikh?
Sharm El Sheikh can get very hot during May, June, July, August, September, October, with temperatures reaching up to 40°C. Plan outdoor activities for early morning or evening, and stay hydrated.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Last Updated: February 2026

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