Sharm El Sheikh in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Sharm El Sheikh (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 23.4°C and lows of 14.3°C, with around 12.2mm of rain across the season (2 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Sharm El Sheikh covers December, January, February.
Winter in Sharm El Sheikh month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 25.0°C | 16.2°C | 1.4mm | 0 | 10/10 |
| January | 22.1°C | 13.0°C | 6.6mm | 1 | 10/10 |
| February | 23.1°C | 13.8°C | 4.2mm | 1 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Sharm El Sheikh in winter
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Sharm El Sheikh?
Winter in Sharm El Sheikh rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 23.4°C with 12.2mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Sharm El Sheikh in winter?
Daytime highs average 23.4°C (74.1°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 14.3°C.
What months are winter in Sharm El Sheikh?
Sharm El Sheikh is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
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Winter in Sharm El Sheikh — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.