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South Sinai Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in South Sinai, Egypt in March.

Thinking about venturing to South Sinai, Egypt this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in South Sinai in March

South Sinai, Egypt is a region in Egypt. March in South Sinai generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Saint Catherine at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Sharm El Sheikh at 27°C (81°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Sharm El Sheikh and 9°C (48°F) in Saint Catherine.

To explore the conditions in South Sinai, Egypt in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Sharm El Sheikh with an average of 2.1 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Saint Catherine with 7.5 mm (0.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this March. For example, Sharm El Sheikh gets approximately 309 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore South Sinai by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in South Sinai — and find the best time to visit. (based on Sharm El Sheikh)

Best Places to Visit in South Sinai in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across South Sinai.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in South Sinai

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in South Sinai, Egypt?

Temperature range in South Sinai (March)

Precipitation variation in South Sinai (March)

Sharm El Sheikh

In March Sharm El Sheikh generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
309 hours
299 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

Dahab

In March Dahab generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
269 hours
268 hours
299 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.1 mm (0.2 in)
5.4 mm (0.2 in)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

Nuweiba

In March Nuweiba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
269 hours
268 hours
299 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.2 mm (0.3 in)
5.4 mm (0.2 in)
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Ras Sedr

In March Ras Sedr generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
5.7 mm (0.2 in)
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Taba

In March Taba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
251 hours
273 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.2 mm (0.4 in)
6.8 mm (0.3 in)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in South Sinai in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sharm El Sheikh 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 2.1 mm (0.1 in)
Dahab 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 5.4 mm (0.2 in)
Nuweiba 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 5.4 mm (0.2 in)
Ras Sedr 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 5.5 mm (0.2 in)
Taba 24°C (75°F) 12°C (54°F) 6.8 mm (0.3 in)
Saint Catherine 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 7.5 mm (0.3 in)

South Sinai weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in South Sinai, Egypt in March?

In March, South Sinai, Egypt generally has perfect weather conditions. Sharm El Sheikh sees daytime temperatures near 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to roughly 17°C (63°F).

What is the average temperature in South Sinai, Egypt in March?

Sharm El Sheikh averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 17°C (63°F).

Does South Sinai, Egypt get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in South Sinai, Egypt during March, with Sharm El Sheikh averaging close to 2.1 mm (0.1 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit South Sinai, Egypt?

We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to South Sinai, Egypt. Typically, the climate in Sharm El Sheikh is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit South Sinai, Egypt is in January, February, March, November and December with generally perfect weather in Sharm El Sheikh. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

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