Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh has a hot desert climate, marked by intense summer heat, mild winters and very little rain. Average daytime highs range from about 72°F (22°C) in January to around 103°F (40°C) in August, and the city records roughly 4 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: August - highs near 103°F (40°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 72°F (22°C)
- Record high: 116°F (46°C) · Record low: 41°F (5°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: March (1 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (13.0 h sun/day)
- Climate type: hot desert - intense summer heat, mild winters and very little rain
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on August. Highs average 103°F (40°C) and overnight lows stay near 84°F (29°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 72°F (22°C) and lows around 55°F (13°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 116°F (46°C) and dropped as low as 41°F (5°C).
Rain, sun and snow
March is usually the wettest month. It brings about 0.2 inches (4 mm) of rain over 1 days, while June is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 13.0 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72° | 55° | 1 | 0.1 in | 9.8 h/day | 42% |
| February | 74° | 57° | 1 | 0.1 in | 10.1 h/day | 39% |
| March | 81° | 62° | 1 | 0.2 in | 11.2 h/day | 35% |
| April | 89° | 70° | 0 | 0.0 in | 11.9 h/day | 29% |
| May | 96° | 77° | 0 | 0.0 in | 12.7 h/day | 26% |
| June | 102° | 82° | 0 | 0.0 in | 13.0 h/day | 26% |
| July | 103° | 83° | 0 | 0.0 in | 13.0 h/day | 29% |
| August | 103° | 84° | 0 | 0.0 in | 12.3 h/day | 32% |
| September | 100° | 82° | 0 | 0.0 in | 11.5 h/day | 34% |
| October | 92° | 75° | 0 | 0.1 in | 10.9 h/day | 39% |
| November | 83° | 67° | 1 | 0.1 in | 10.4 h/day | 42% |
| December | 76° | 59° | 0 | 0.0 in | 9.7 h/day | 42% |
Sharm El Sheikh month by month
Sharm El Sheikh weather in January
January brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 55°F (13°C), about 1 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Sharm El Sheikh.
Sharm El Sheikh weather in February
February brings highs around 74°F (24°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), about 1 wet days.
Sharm El Sheikh weather in March
March brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 62°F (17°C), about 1 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Sharm El Sheikh.
Sharm El Sheikh weather in April
April brings highs around 89°F (31°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 0 wet days.
Sharm El Sheikh weather in May
May brings highs around 96°F (36°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 0 wet days.
Sharm El Sheikh weather in June
June brings highs around 102°F (39°C), lows near 82°F (28°C), about 0 wet days - typically the driest month and the sunniest month of the year in Sharm El Sheikh.
Sharm El Sheikh weather in July
July brings highs around 103°F (40°C), lows near 83°F (29°C), about 0 wet days.
Sharm El Sheikh weather in August
August brings highs around 103°F (40°C), lows near 84°F (29°C), about 0 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Sharm El Sheikh.
Sharm El Sheikh weather in September
September brings highs around 100°F (38°C), lows near 82°F (28°C), about 0 wet days.
Sharm El Sheikh weather in October
October brings highs around 92°F (34°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 0 wet days.
Sharm El Sheikh weather in November
November brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 67°F (19°C), about 1 wet days.
Sharm El Sheikh weather in December
December brings highs around 76°F (24°C), lows near 59°F (15°C), about 0 wet days.
Seasons in Sharm El Sheikh
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Sharm El Sheikh brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 88°F (31°C) and nights around 70°F (21°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Sharm El Sheikh turns very hot, with daytime highs averaging 103°F (39°C) and nights around 83°F (28°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Sharm El Sheikh brings serious heat, with daytime highs averaging 92°F (33°C) and nights around 75°F (24°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Sharm El Sheikh brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 74°F (23°C) and nights around 57°F (14°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Sharm El Sheikh
The best time to visit Sharm El Sheikh is generally November to March, when temperatures are at their most comfortable before or after the peak heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 77°F (25°C).
Pack for Sharm El Sheikh with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - August nights average 84°F (29°C).
Sharm El Sheikh temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.