Sharm el-Sheikh in January
8.9out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 21°C. Very dry: about 1 rainy days.
21°CAvg high
11°CAvg low
1Rainy days (3 mm)
10:25 hDaylight
06:40Sunrise · 17:04 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 21°C
- Very dry: about 1 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in January is fairly consistent from year to year (1.0 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C | 11°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.9 |
| February | 23°C | 12°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.0 |
| March | 26°C | 15°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| April | 30°C | 19°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.7 |
| May | 34°C | 23°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.6 |
| June | 37°C | 26°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.8 |
| July | 38°C | 27°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.6 |
| August | 38°C | 28°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.6 |
| September | 36°C | 26°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.1 |
| October | 33°C | 22°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.0 |
| November | 27°C | 17°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| December | 23°C | 12°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Sharm el-Sheikh in January?
Daytime highs average 21°C and nights about 11°C.
When is the best time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh?
The best months are March, November, December, February.