Sharm El Sheikh Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Sharm El Sheikh is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 38°C (100°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 23°C (73°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 29°C (84°F) in August to 14°C (57°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Sharm El Sheikh is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 14 mm (0.6 in). Despite minor fluctuations, Sharm El Sheikh enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In January, you can expect around 3.7 mm (0.1 in) of precipitation, while in June, Sharm El Sheikh receives about 0 mm (0 in). For more details, please visit our Sharm El Sheikh Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sharm El Sheikh experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 13.4 hours daily sunshine in July, it dips to 8.2 hours in December, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 22°C (72°F) in February to 29°C (84°F) in August.

Water temperature over the year

The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Sharm El Sheikh.

The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 46%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 32%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year