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South Sinai Weather in May

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

Planning a getaway to South Sinai, Egypt this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in South Sinai in May

South Sinai, Egypt is a region in Egypt. May in South Sinai generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Saint Catherine at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Sharm El Sheikh at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Sharm El Sheikh and 17°C (63°F) in Saint Catherine. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Sharm El Sheikh with an average of 0.3 mm (0.01 in) to almost no rainfall in Saint Catherine with 4.3 mm (0.2 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Sharm El Sheikh sees close to 342 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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 May

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 May for some of the most popular destinations in South Sinai, Egypt?

Temperature range in South Sinai (May)

Precipitation variation in South Sinai (May)

Sharm El Sheikh

In May Sharm El Sheikh generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
34°C (93°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
299 hours
342 hours
389 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions

Dahab

In May Dahab generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
299 hours
329 hours
386 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
2 mm (0.1 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

Nuweiba

In May Nuweiba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
299 hours
329 hours
386 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions

Ras Sedr

In May Ras Sedr generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
31°C (88°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Taba

In May Taba generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
33°C (91°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
319 hours
324 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in South Sinai, in Egypt.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sharm El Sheikh 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Dahab 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Nuweiba 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Ras Sedr 31°C (88°F) 20°C (68°F) 0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Taba 33°C (91°F) 19°C (66°F) 1 mm (0.04 in)
Saint Catherine 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 4.3 mm (0.2 in)

South Sinai weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across South Sinai, Egypt in May. The popular destination of Sharm El Sheikh averages 34°C (93°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

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

Sharm El Sheikh averages a daytime maximum of 34°C (93°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

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

May is on the drier side in South Sinai, Egypt. Sharm El Sheikh averages only about 0.3 mm (0.01 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit South Sinai, Egypt due to the typically pleasant weather in Sharm El Sheikh.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Sharm El Sheikh. The weather in May, June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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