The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Sharm el-Sheikh. Temperatures rise (33°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (9.5/10) remains theoretically better.
May ranks 7 out of 12 months in Sharm el-Sheikh. Compared to April: +4°C daytime, +1.0h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
10°
Sea
25°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
13.4h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 59
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Sharm el-Sheikh is April (9.5/10), 0.8 pt higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Egypt
🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyEgyptian Pound (£)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 37°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 21°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 1%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Sharm el-Sheikh ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
EgyptTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.5 → 5.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
27.98°N · 34.38°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh?
April is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 21.0°C lows, 10.0h of sunshine and 0.0% rainy days. The months of April & November offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Sharm el-Sheikh get in April?
Sharm el-Sheikh averages 10.0 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Sharm el-Sheikh?
July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Sharm el-Sheikh in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 21.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Sharm el-Sheikh good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Sharm el-Sheikh scores 8.3/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 9.4/10.
When should you avoid Sharm el-Sheikh?
July is the most difficult month to visit Sharm el-Sheikh, with July has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Sharm el-Sheikh in May?
In May, the sea averages 25°C in Sharm el-Sheikh: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Sharm el-Sheikh in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Sharm el-Sheikh (high), with about 13.4h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.