Sharm el-Sheik weather in January
January is the coldest month of the year in Sharm el-Sheikh and falls during the cooler winter season.
January is a good time to visit, although it can get crowded during the New Year holidays.
You can expect mild, dry weather with around eight hours of sunshine daily and little or no rain.
How hot is it in Sharm el-Sheikh in January?
Daytime high temperatures in Sharm el-Sheikh climb to an average high of 21°C (69°F) in January, with no heat and little humidity, falling to a night-time low of 13°C (55°F).
How sunny is it in Sharm el-Sheikh in January?
There are normally eight hours of bright sunshine each day in Sharm el-Sheikh in January – that's around 79% of daylight hours.
Sunrise & sunset in January?
Sunrise is around 6:35am with sunset around 5:10pm.
How warm is the sea around Sharm el-Sheikh in January?
The average sea temperature around Sharm el-Sheikh in January is 23°C (73°F).
Does it rain in Sharm el-Sheikh in January?
There is usually one day with some rain in Sharm el-Sheikh in January, and the average monthly rainfall is 1mm (‹1in).
How windy is it in Sharm el-Sheikh in January?
January sees an average wind speed of 16 kilometres per hour (10 mph; 8.6 knots).
What to do in Sharm el-Sheikh in January?
The weather in January is good for water sports, including windsurfing, parasailing, waterskiing, swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving the waters of the Straits of Tiran and Ras Mohammed National Park.
It’s also an excellent time to explore the Sinai desert landscape by 4WD, hike up to Mount Sinai on foot and examine Byzantine mosaics inside the Monastery of St Catherine.
Local holidays?
Coptic Christmas Day – 7th Jan; Revolution Day – 25th Jan. January is peak season in Sharm el-Sheikh, with higher hotel rates and the need to book hotel and flights early.
Sharm el-Sheikh – January weather
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High Temp: 21°C (69°F) |
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Low Temp: 13°C (55°F) |
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Sunshine: 8 hours per day |
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Daylight: 11 hours per day |
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Wind speed: 16 km/h (10 mph; 8.6 knots) |
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Wet Days: 1 day with some rain |
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Rainfall: 1 mm (≤ 1in) per month |
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Comfort Level: No heat; ≤ 0 muggy days |
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UV Index: Moderate |
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Sea Temp: 23°C (73°F) |
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Best time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh
The best time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh is at the beginning and end of winter – from October to November and from February to March – when the temperature is warm rather than unpleasantly hot, and the peak season crowds have left.
This is also the best times for scuba diving with underwater visibility at its best.
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Sharm el-Sheikh weather by month
Source: Meteorological data for Sharm el-Sheik is based on weather statistics gathered for the 30-year period 1991 to 2020 by the Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) from the closest weather station: Sharm el-Sheik International Airport (SSH), which is located less than 4km (2mi) north of the centre of Sharm el-Sheik.
Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices.
Latest update: Sharm el-Sheik weather in January: 12 June, 2024
Disclaimer: The information on this site is provided as is, without any assurances as to its accuracy or suitability for any purpose. Weather data and conditions at any given location and time are unpredictable and variable. We assume no responsibility and can not be held legally responsible for any decisions made on the basis of the information presented on this site.
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