Sharm el-Sheik weather in May
May is a good time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh, although temperatures climb and it starts to get quite hot.
You can expect very hot, dry weather with around 11 hours of sunshine daily and no rain.
How hot is it in Sharm el-Sheikh in May?
Daytime high temperatures in Sharm el-Sheikh climb to an average high of 34°C (93°F) in May, with high heat and humidity, falling to a night-time low of 24°C (75°F).
How sunny is it in Sharm el-Sheikh in May?
There are normally 11 hours of bright sunshine each day in Sharm el-Sheikh in May – that's around 83% of daylight hours.
Sunrise & sunset in May?
Sunrise is around 4:50am with sunset around 6:25pm.
How warm is the sea around Sharm el-Sheikh in May?
The average sea temperature around Sharm el-Sheikh in May is 25°C (77°F).
Does it rain in Sharm el-Sheikh in May?
There is usually no rain in Sharm el-Sheikh in May; the average monthly rainfall is 0mm.
How windy is it in Sharm el-Sheikh in May?
May sees an average wind speed of 16 kilometres per hour (10 mph; 8.6 knots).
What to do in Sharm el-Sheikh in May?
While hot, the climate in May is excellent for water sports, including windsurfing, parasailing, waterskiing, swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving the Straits of Tiran and Ras Mohammed National Park – visibility is highest during the summer and autumn.
It’s also a good time to explore the Sinai desert landscape by air-conditioned 4WD, hike up to Mount Sinai on foot and examine Byzantine mosaics inside the Monastery of St Catherine.
Local holidays?
Labour Day – 1st May; Eid al-Fitr – 2nd & 3rd May. May is the start of the summer season in Sharm el-Sheikh, with higher hotel rates and the need to book early.
Sharm el-Sheikh – May weather
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High Temp: 34°C (93°F) |
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Low Temp: 24°C (75°F) |
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Sunshine: 11 hours per day |
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Daylight: 13 hours per day |
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Wind speed: 16 km/h (10 mph; 8.6 knots) |
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Wet Days: 0 day with some rain |
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Rainfall: 0 mm per month |
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Comfort Level: High heat; ≤ 6 muggy days |
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UV Index: Extreme |
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Sea Temp: 25°C (77°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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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 May: 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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