Weather in Sharm El Sheikh in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Sharm El Sheikh and ranks 43rd of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Egypt it is 2nd of 4 (Egypt in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Sharm El Sheikh is 15.3°C warmer by day and 10.5°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Sharm El Sheikh peaks at 23.2°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 27.3°C or more. Roughly 1 in 3 days top 25°C and 1 in 50 pass 30°C. Nights average 12.5°C; one night in ten drops to 9.3°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 32.0°C (2004-02-29) and the coldest night 5.4°C (2008-02-01).

Rain in February

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 0 days with 1 mm or more, 2 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2006 with 11 mm, the driest 1997 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 41%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 22.5°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 21.8°C to 23.1°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (28.7°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:21 and sets about 17:33 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 19%.

Is February a good time to visit Sharm El Sheikh?

Yes - it is one of the better months: warm days, little rain and long sunny days. The best months for Sharm El Sheikh on our scoring are April, March, November; months averaging 25°C or more: Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov.

Warm afternoons, but bring an evening layer

Sharm El Sheikh feels considerably warmer than London in February, where the average daytime high is 7.9°C. That makes it a sensible choice for spending time outdoors without planning everything around fierce heat. Still, treat it as a warm-weather break rather than a reliably hot beach holiday: only 29% of days reach 25°C, and 30°C is unusual. There can be warmer spells, but the cooler nights deserve equal attention when packing. The coldest 10% fall to 9.3°C or below, so a jumper or jacket and long trousers are sensible for evenings. Light daytime clothes should cover the warmer hours, with layers giving you flexibility when the temperature drops.

Good swimming weather, with little rain to plan around

The sea is suitable for swimming in February, though its average temperature of 22.5°C may feel cool when you first get in. If you prefer very warm water, that is a more important limitation than the rain. Rainy days are rare, so wet weather is unlikely to dictate your plans. Sunshine averages about 9.0 hours within 11.0 hours of daylight, giving you plenty of scope for time by the water without relying on a short sunny window. Aim for the warmer part of the day if you feel the cold after swimming, and keep a dry layer handy afterwards. Sun protection still belongs in your bag, even when the air feels comfortable.