Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) · February
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 23° (73°)18– (64–)28 (82) | 25° (77°)18– (64–)29 (84) | 27° (81°)21– (70–)34 (93) | 31° (88°)24– (75–)38 (100) | 35° (95°)29– (84–)42 (108) | 38° (100°)34– (93–)43 (109) | 39° (102°)35– (95–)42 (108) | 39° (102°)35– (95–)42 (108) | 37° (99°)33– (91–)40 (104) | 33° (91°)28– (82–)38 (100) | 29° (84°)24– (75–)32 (90) | 25° (77°)20– (68–)28 (82) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 14° (57°)9– (48–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)19 (66) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)22 (72) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)25 (77) | 25° (77°)20– (68–)29 (84) | 28° (82°)23– (73–)31 (88) | 29° (84°)24– (75–)32 (90) | 29° (84°)26– (79–)32 (90) | 28° (82°)24– (75–)30 (86) | 25° (77°)19– (66–)28 (82) | 20° (68°)16– (61–)23 (73) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) |
☀️Sunshine | 10h | 10h | 11h | 12h | 13h | 13h | 13h | 12h | 11h | 11h | 10h | 9h |
🌊Water Temp | 24° (75°) | 23° (73°) | 23° (73°) | 24° (75°) | 26° (79°) | 27° (81°) | 29° (84°) | 30° (86°) | 29° (84°) | 28° (82°) | 27° (81°) | 25° (77°) |
🌧Rain Days | 0d4mm (0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (0") | 0d0mm (0") | 0d0mm (0") | 0d0mm (0") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
February is among the best months in Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh): only 0 rain days, 25°C (77°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 25°C (77°F), cooling to 16°C (61°F) at night (daily average: 20°C (68°F)). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 11°C (52°F). With 10 sunshine hours per day, February is one of the sunniest months — 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain over 0 days. Sea temperature is 23°C (73°F) — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in February are ideal.
The best season for snorkelling and diving: the Red Sea crystal clear, Ras Mohammed National Park in ideal conditions. Sharm is a classic winter destination — the warmest temperatures, the calmest sea.
Packing list for Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) in February
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is February a good time to visit Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh)?
- Yes — February is one of the best months to visit Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) (Climate Score: 85/100). Pleasant temperatures (25°C (77°F)), good sunshine (10 h/day), and few rain days (0) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) in February?
- In February, Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) sees daily highs of 25°C (77°F). Nights cool to 16°C (61°F), with a daily average of 20°C (68°F). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 11°C (52°F).
- How much rain falls in Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) in February?
- In February, Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) receives an average of 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain over 0 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) get in February?
- Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) averages 10 sunshine hours per day in February — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) in February?
- Water temperature in Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) in February averages 23°C (73°F) — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
