Whether you're visiting North Sinai Governorate in Egypt during the peak of August (32°C (90°F)) or the cooler months around January (18°C (64°F)), knowing what to pack starts with understanding the local climate. Our overview is based on data from Arish, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
The weather in North Sinai Governorate during February, March, April, November and December is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 25°C (77°F).
The hottest season always takes place in July, August and September.
When it comes to rainfall, North Sinai Governorate maintains fairly consistent rainfall patterns throughout the year, with January seeing 33 mm (1.3 in) and July receiving 0 mm (0 in). The driest conditions can be found during March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, with rainfall staying below 17 mm (0.7 in).