The weather in Sharm el Sheikh is very easy to forecast. It is sunny and dry, all year round. This low level of humidity makes it the perfect climate to live in for asthma sufferers or those with arthritis pain.
This feature is an important factor for many of the expats in Sharm el Sheikh and those living in semi-retirement there. There is a large community of British, Italian and Scandinavian expats as well as holiday makers from Switzerland, Russia, Ukraine, Poland and Germany who come to Sharm for its guaranteed sunshine and warmth during the traditional winter months.
Sharm El Sheikh is at the mouth of the Gulf of Aqaba on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula. Being located on the coast of the Red Sea gives Sharm el Sheikh a milder climate than in the interior areas of Egypt.
The climate enables the Red Sea itself to boast very warm waters all year long with an amazing average of 23C, reaching a peak of 28°C in August to September. The clear water is rich with nutrient and teems with an array of colourful species of tropical fish, which makes Sharm el Sheikh one of the top diving and snorkelling destinations in the world.
There are two main seasons in Sharm el Sheikh: the summer season, which last from April to October, and the “winter” season from November till March. Of course, winter is a relative term as temperatures during those months still range from 22C to 27C.
Summer temperatures can climb to the mid or even high 30s in July and August however the incredibly low humidity level helps ease the effect of the heat in so much as although it can get very hot it is not as uncomfortable as in areas of the world with a humid and tropical climate.
The temperature at night is still around the mid 20s and makes Sharm el Sheikh a great place for al fresco dining, drinking or even dancing in one of the famous open-air night clubs in the region.