Sharm el-Sheikh, EgyptQuick decision
When to visit Sharm el-Sheikh?
🌞 Best time overall
April
🌡️ Optimal temperature
21°C–29°C in April
🌧 Least rain
1% rainy days in April
🌧 Wettest month
July (0%)
📅 Best score
9.2/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Ras Mohammed DivingYear-round — Shark Reef, Yolanda and Thistlegorm.
Beaches & SnorkellingOctober–May — Naama Bay, Ras Um Sid and accessible reef.
Sinai ExcursionOctober–March — sunrise at Mount Sinai (2,285m).
FamilyOctober–April — resorts, pools and water activities.
Monthly climate data
Sharm el-Sheikh weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 14°C | 21°C | 1% | 0.1 | 9.7h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 15°C | 22°C | 4% | 0.1 | 10.0h | 8.3/10 |
| ☀️ March | 17°C | 25°C | 2% | 0.1 | 10.9h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ April | 21°C | 29°C | 1% | 0.0 | 11.5h | 9.2/10 |
| ☀️ May | 24°C | 33°C | 1% | 0.0 | 12.5h | 8.1/10 |
| ☀️ June | 28°C | 35°C | 0% | 0.0 | 12.8h | 7.5/10 |
| 🥵 July | 28°C | 37°C | 0% | 0.0 | 12.6h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 August | 29°C | 36°C | 0% | 0.0 | 12.0h | 6.9/10 |
| ☀️ September | 28°C | 34°C | 0% | 0.0 | 11.1h | 7.6/10 |
| ☀️ October | 25°C | 31°C | 1% | 0.1 | 10.7h | 8.5/10 |
| ☀️ November | 21°C | 27°C | 1% | 0.1 | 9.6h | 9.0/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 17°C | 23°C | 1% | 0.1 | 9.2h | 8.3/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Excellent time
Average 29°C, 1% rainy days, 11.6h sunshine/day. Score: 8.7/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 36°C, 0% rainy days, 12.5h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 31°C, 1% rainy days, 10.5h sunshine/day. Score: 8.4/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 22°C, 2% rainy days, 9.6h sunshine/day. Score: 8.2/10.
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FAQ
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April is ideal with 1% rainy days and 29°C.
July is the wettest month with 0% rainy days.
Yes, April is the best month with an average of 29°C.
In winter, the average score is 8.2/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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