Weather in Sharm El Sheikh in January
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.
Climate Overview
January is an excellent time to visit Sharm El Sheikh. Sharm El Sheikh has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 21°C, lows of 11°C, and approximately 2 rainy days per month.
21°C
11°C
2days
10.6h
Is January a good time to visit Sharm El Sheikh?
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.
Daylight
6:36 AM
5:09 PM
Live January Forecast
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Up to 16 days ahead Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C | 11°C | 2 | Excellent (best) |
| February | 23°C | 13°C | 1 | Excellent (best) |
| March | 25°C | 16°C | 4 | Excellent (best) |
| April | 29°C | 19°C | 0 | Excellent (best) |
| May | 35°C | 25°C | 0 | Good |
| June | 38°C | 27°C | 0 | Good |
| July | 40°C | 29°C | 0 | Good |
| August | 39°C | 29°C | 0 | Good |
| September | 40°C | 30°C | 0 | Good |
| October | 35°C | 26°C | 0 | Excellent (best) |
| November | 28°C | 19°C | 0 | Excellent (best) |
| December | 25°C | 16°C | 0 | Excellent (best) |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for January
Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
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Common Questions
Is January a good time to visit Sharm El Sheikh? +
January is typically Excellent for visiting Sharm El Sheikh, with average highs of 21°C and around 2 rainy days.
What should I pack for Sharm El Sheikh in January? +
With highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
Does it rain a lot in Sharm El Sheikh in January? +
Sharm El Sheikh typically sees around 2 rainy days in January.
How many hours of daylight are there in Sharm El Sheikh in January? +
In January, Sharm El Sheikh gets approximately 10.6 hours of daylight per day.
Is January peak season in Sharm El Sheikh? +
Yes, January is peak season in Sharm El Sheikh. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.
What is the best month to visit Sharm El Sheikh? +
The best months to visit Sharm El Sheikh are October, November, December, January, February, March, April, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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