Sharm El Sheikh Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Sharm El Sheikh’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Egypt.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Visitors to Sharm El Sheikh will encounter a climate influenced by big temperature differences across the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 38°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 23°C during cooler months like January. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around 14°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Sharm El Sheikh by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest. August, the city’s warmest month, experiences 372 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 3.7 mm of rainfall spread over roughly a single day. It records 278 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Egypt Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Egypt. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Sharm El Sheikh Temperatures Compared World Wide
Sharm El Sheikh’s average annual maximum temperature is 31°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, stands out with its warm Mediterranean climate and an average annual temperature of 23°C.
Interlaken, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 8°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Meanwhile, New York City, USA, experiences a more pronounced seasonal variation with an average annual temperature of 17°C.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Sharm El Sheikh, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 43% humidity, which is considered moderate. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 23°C. In the warmest month, August, the humidity is 36% combined with an average maximum temperature of 38°C, which creates a low-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Global Warming and Its Effects
Climate change is affecting worldwide temperatures, including in Sharm El Sheikh. It has massive impacts on both local and global levels:
- Global Temperature Rise: The average global land and sea temperatures have risen by about 1.2°C since pre-industrial times.
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Local Impacts: Most regions of the world are witnessing warmer winters with fewer frost and snowfall days. The global frequency and severity of heatwaves have increased. For example, Europe's summers of 2018, 2019, and 2020 all broke records. Summers are also becoming drier; however, during winter, inland regions have experienced increased rainfall. This has caused elevated river levels and more cases of flooding.
Many countries are experiencing earlier springs and later autumns. This is why some bird species have shifted their migration dates.
For more detailed information about Sharm El Sheikh’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Sharm El Sheikh climate page.
Current temperature in Sharm El Sheikh
