Sharm el-Sheikh Weather in August 2026: what to expect (5.3/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in August

In the height of summer, Sharm el-Sheikh sees high temperatures (36.0°F). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. Rain is virtually absent (0.0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.

August ranks 11 out of 12 months in Sharm el-Sheikh. Compared to July: −2°F daytime, −1.0h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in August

UV index

8 · high

sunscreen and hat advised

Feels like

muggy at times

16°

Sea

30°C

warm, ideal

Daylight

13.0h of daylight

Air quality

fair

AQI 49

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Is August the right month?

The best month in Sharm el-Sheikh is April (9.5/10), 4.2 pts higher than August.

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Context

Our verdict

Sharm el-Sheikh was born from tourism: resort built ex nihilo in the 1980s on the southern tip of Sinai. Red Sea, renowned reefs, resolutely all-inclusive infrastructure.

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Plan your trip

Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

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 trip.

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 · 99°F

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 70°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 4%

🏖️ Beach trip

📅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

Egypt

Temperate 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 84°F highs, 70°F lows, 10.0h of sunshine and 1.0% 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 9.3/10.

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 70°F, while afternoon highs average 84°F.

Is Sharm el-Sheikh good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Sharm el-Sheikh scores 8.2/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 9.3/10.

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 August?

In August, the sea averages 86°F in Sharm el-Sheikh: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.

Do you need sun protection in Sharm el-Sheikh in August?

The average UV index reaches 8 in August in Sharm el-Sheikh (high), with about 13.0h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.