Sharm El Sheikh weather in January (South Sinai, Egypt)
What's the typical weather in Sharm El Sheikh for January? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.
Temperatures
For January, the weather in Sharm El Sheikh is generally perfect, featuring high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Experience the winter season in January. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 23°C, while night temperatures can drop to 14°C. This period usually represents the year's more moderate temperatures, but it's far from being chilly.
Precipitation
Sharm El Sheikh in January usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 3.7 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly a single day will see rain.Average sunshine
The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 278 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the better months to visit Sharm El Sheikh. January, February, March, April, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sharm El Sheikh climate page with graphs.
Sharm El Sheikh, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
14°C
Max Temperature
23°C
Water Temperature
23°C
Chance of Rain
2%
Precipitation
3.7 mm
Rainy days
a single day
Humidity
43%
Sunshine
278 hours
Percentage Sunshine
73%
Where to go in Egypt in January
Find out more about the weather in Egypt and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Sharm El Sheikh, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. With a water temperature of around 23°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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