Sharm el-Sheikh · SpringMonth summary
Sharm el-Sheikh weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
24°C – 33°C
🌧 Rainy days
1% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.5h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.1/10
📅 📅 Best month
April (9.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Sharm el-Sheikh in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're looking for maximum sunshine — 12.5h per day on average.
❌ No if: you struggle with heat — temperatures regularly exceed 30°C.
Our take: May is a good time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh. April remains slightly better (+1.1 pts).
By trip type
Sharm el-Sheikh in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Water at 30°C and lively beaches — May is peak swimming season in Sharm el-Sheikh 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 (1% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (9.2/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | 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
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Sharm el-Sheikh averages 33°C, 1% rainy days and 12.5h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.1/10.
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Comparison
May vs April (best month)
The best month is April (score 9.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -4°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +0%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -1.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Sharm el-Sheikh in May
Is May a good time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh?
May is an excellent time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh (score 8.1/10). With 33°C, 12.5h of sunshine and 1% rain, conditions are very favourable.
Is it too hot in Sharm el-Sheikh in May?
Temperatures reach 33°C. It's intense but manageable with sunscreen and water. Sunshine: 12.5h/day.
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