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Sharm El Sheikh

Visit in April — score 89/100 · avg high 96°F · 0 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

79°/52°F
1 rain days
10.4h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

83°/52°F
0 rain days
11.0h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

88°/55°F
1 rain days
11.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

April

#1
96°/61°F
0 rain days
12.7h daylight
High crowds
Average

May

#2
103°/67°F
0 rain days
13.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

106°/74°F
0 rain days
13.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

106°/78°F
0 rain days
13.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

August

107°/80°F
0 rain days
13.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

September

105°/75°F
0 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

100°/70°F
0 rain days
11.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

#3
89°/63°F
1 rain days
10.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

82°/56°F
0 rain days
10.2h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January7364°79°52°1310.4hHighAverage
February7866°83°52°0211.0hHighAverage
March8171°88°55°1411.8hHighAbove avg
April8978°96°61°0012.7hHighAverage
May8884°103°67°0013.4hModerateBelow avg
June8390°106°74°0013.8hModerateBelow avg
July7792°106°78°0013.6hModerateBelow avg
August7492°107°80°0013.0hModerateBelow avg
September8089°105°75°0012.2hModerateBelow avg
October8283°100°70°0111.3hModerateAverage
November8575°89°63°1210.6hModerateAverage
December7568°82°56°0110.2hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
86/100
High
96°F
Low
61°F
Rain days
0/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Sharm El Sheikh (March, April, May) brings average highs of 96°F and lows of 61°F, with about 0 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 86/100, with April being the strongest month of the season at 89/100.

Summer

Score
78/100
High
106°F
Low
77°F
Rain days
0/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Sharm El Sheikh (June, July, August) brings average highs of 106°F and lows of 77°F, with about 0 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 78/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 83/100.

Fall

Score
82/100
High
98°F
Low
69°F
Rain days
0/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Sharm El Sheikh (September, October, November) brings average highs of 98°F and lows of 69°F, with about 0 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 82/100, with November being the strongest month of the season at 85/100.

Winter

Score
75/100
High
81°F
Low
53°F
Rain days
0/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Sharm El Sheikh (December, January, February) brings average highs of 81°F and lows of 53°F, with about 0 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 75/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 78/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Sharm El Sheikh?
The best month to visit Sharm El Sheikh is April, with an overall travel score of 89/100. Expect average highs of 96°F, about 0 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Sharm El Sheikh expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Sharm El Sheikh are relatively moderate, averaging 77% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Sharm El Sheikh in December?
December in Sharm El Sheikh has average highs of 82°F and lows of 56°F, with approximately 0 rainy days and 10.2 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 75/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Sharm El Sheikh?
The most affordable time to visit Sharm El Sheikh is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is January (score: 73/100).

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