Sharm El Sheikh Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Sharm El Sheikh. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Sharm El Sheikh sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 14 mm of rainfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

The wettest period in Sharm El Sheikh occurs in January, which receives around 3.7 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, June, Sharm El Sheikh experiences almost no rainfall, totaling approximately 0 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

January, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 36°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Sharm El Sheikh Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Egypt

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Egypt. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Sharm El Sheikh’s average annual precipitation is 14 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

How is Precipitation Measured?

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Interesting weather facts

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

For more detailed information about Sharm El Sheikh’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Sharm El Sheikh Climate page.