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:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
August, the city’s warmest month, also receives about 0 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 0 days. For more information, please visit our Sharm El Sheikh Precipitation page.
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.
In contrast, in ReykjavÃk, Iceland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 9°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild winters.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters than Amsterdam.
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.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
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.
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