Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) · August
Low seasonEgypt · Africa
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 23° | 25° | 27° | 31° | 35° | 38° | 39° | 39° | 37° | 33° | 29° | 25° |
MINMIN | 14° | 16° | 18° | 22° | 25° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 25° | 20° | 16° |
☀️Sunshine | 10h | 10h | 11h | 12h | 13h | 13h | 13h | 12h | 11h | 11h | 10h | 9h |
🌧Rain Days | 0d4mm | 0d2mm | 0d2mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d1mm | 0d1mm | 0d2mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
August in Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) reaches up to 39°C — not ideal for heat-sensitive travellers. For more pleasant temperatures, consider February, March, April, May, October, November, and December.
Daytime highs reach 39°C with a daily average of 34°C — nights stay warm at 29°C. With 12 sunshine hours per day, August is one of the sunniest months — 0 mm of rain over 0 days.
Sun protection, a hat, and plenty of water are essential at these temperatures. Plan activities for early morning or evening.
Hochsommer: Sehr heiß (38–42°C), das Wasser perfekt warm, Tourismus auf Jahreshoch. Wassersport und Tauchen sind die einzigen sinnvollen Aktivitäten.
Packing list for Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) in August
- Luftige Kleidung aus Leinen oder Baumwolle
- Leichte Abendkleidung
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh)?
- August is not an optimal month for Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) (Score: 86/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider February, March, April, May, October, November, and December.
- How warm is it in Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) in August?
- In August, Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) sees daily highs of 39°C. Nights cool to 29°C, with a daily average of 34°C.
- How much rain falls in Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) in August?
- In August, Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) receives an average of 0 mm of rain over 0 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) get in August?
- Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) averages 12 sunshine hours per day in August — close to the annual average.
