Best time to visit
Best Time to Visit Sharm el-Sheikh
A resort on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, famous for coral reefs and diving at Ras Mohammed and Tiran.
Best time to visit: October–April for warm, comfortable weather; summer is very hot.
Local tip: Winter nights in the desert are cooler than many visitors expect.
Getting around: Taxis and hotel shuttles are the usual way to get around.
Good to know: Reef shoes are useful — many beaches have coral close to shore.
What to plan your trip around
- Ras Mohammed National Park
A marine park with some of the Red Sea's best reefs.
- Naama Bay
The lively centre with a beach and promenade.
- Tiran Island
Reefs and dive sites in the Straits of Tiran.
- Old Market (Old Sharm)
A traditional market area with a mosque and cafés.
Sharm el-Sheikh weather by month
Sharm el-Sheikh weather by month
Average temperatures and rainfall Sharm el-Sheikh gets in each month (2011–2020). Tap a month for the full breakdown.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C | 14°C | 3 mm | 50% |
| February | 24°C | 15°C | 2 mm | 46% |
| March | 27°C | 17°C | 7 mm | 44% |
| April | 30°C | 20°C | 0 mm | 38% |
| May | 34°C | 24°C | 0 mm | 35% |
| June | 37°C | 26°C | 0 mm | 34% |
| July | 38°C | 28°C | 0 mm | 35% |
| August | 38°C | 29°C | 0 mm | 37% |
| September | 37°C | 27°C | 0 mm | 40% |
| October | 33°C | 24°C | 3 mm | 44% |
| November | 28°C | 20°C | 4 mm | 47% |
| December | 24°C | 16°C | 1 mm | 50% |
Sharm el-Sheikh through the year
January · 22° / 14°C · 3 mm
- It's one of the greyest months, with cloud cover near 28%.
- Sharm el-Sheikh is usually about 2°C warmer than Dahab, 70 km away, in January.
April · 30° / 20°C · 0 mm
- Just 90 km apart, but Sharm el-Sheikh runs about 2°C warmer than Hurghada this month.
- Plan Tiran Island for the cooler hours — early morning is best.
July · 38° / 28°C · 0 mm
- With the heat, see Old Market (Old Sharm) early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
- July is Sharm el-Sheikh's second warmest month.
October · 33° / 24°C · 3 mm
- Seasonally, October counts as mid-autumn in Sharm el-Sheikh.
- Plan Ras Mohammed National Park for the cooler hours — early morning is best.
The best time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh is January, February and March, when average highs are 22–27°C and rainfall is around 4 mm a month.
At a glance
When to go to Sharm el-Sheikh, season by season
December – February
Best time23° / 15°C · 2 mm
Pleasant temperatures and relatively little rain: the best window for sightseeing and time outdoors.
March – May
Good30° / 20°C · 2 mm
Comfortable weather overall, with fewer visitors than peak season.
June – August
Hot38° / 28°C · 0 mm
Very hot days. Plan sightseeing for mornings and evenings and keep the afternoon for shade or the beach.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the best time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh?
- For pleasant, fairly dry weather, go to Sharm el-Sheikh in January, February and March. Average highs are then 22–27°C.
- Why is January a good time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh?
- In January, Sharm el-Sheikh averages 22°C by day and 14°C at night, with about 3 mm of rain and 28% cloud cover: warm enough to be outdoors without the peak heat or the wettest weather.
- What is the warmest month in Sharm el-Sheikh?
- August is the warmest month in Sharm el-Sheikh, with average highs of 38°C and lows of 29°C.
- What is the coldest month in Sharm el-Sheikh?
- January is the coldest month in Sharm el-Sheikh: average highs of 22°C, dropping to 14°C at night.
- When does it rain the most in Sharm el-Sheikh?
- March is the wettest month in Sharm el-Sheikh with about 7 mm of rain. The driest is April, with around 0 mm.
- When is the worst time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh?
- August is the least comfortable month for sightseeing in Sharm el-Sheikh, with average highs of 38°C. If you go then, plan outdoor visits for early morning.
- Is the shoulder season a good time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh?
- Yes. April and December sit just outside the best months for Sharm el-Sheikh, with average highs of 24–30°C and about 1 mm of rain a month. Weather-wise, they are a good alternative to the peak months.
- How can I check the weather in Sharm el-Sheikh before I travel?
- Compare the live forecast for Sharm el-Sheikh from three independent weather services on WeatherCompare. When they agree, the forecast is more reliable.
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