Weather in Sharm El Sheikh in March

How March compares

March is the 9th warmest month of the year in Sharm El Sheikh and ranks 37th of 134 destinations we compare for March - see where else is hot in March. Within Egypt it is 1st of 4 (Egypt in March). Against London's average high of 10.5°C in March, Sharm El Sheikh is 15.8°C warmer by day and 11.7°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in March

The typical March day in Sharm El Sheikh peaks at 26.3°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 30.6°C or more. About 66% of days top 25°C and 1 in 7 pass 30°C. Nights average 15.0°C; one night in ten drops to 11.4°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest March day here reached 35.3°C (2008-03-24) and the coldest night 7.4°C (2012-03-04).

Rain in March

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 0 days with 1 mm or more, 3 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest March was 2020 with 30 mm, the driest 2000 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 36%.

Sea temperature in March

The sea averages 22.4°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 21.6°C to 23.1°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (28.7°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.8 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 05:52 and sets about 17:51 local time in mid-March. Average cloud cover is 17%.

Is March a good time to visit Sharm El Sheikh?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot 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 days, with some hotter afternoons

Expect weather that suits sitting by the water and spending time outdoors, but leave room for variation. Around 66% of days reach 25°C, while 14% reach 30°C, so March is not a guarantee of strong heat throughout your stay. It suits travellers who want warmth without choosing the hottest part of the year. Light clothing makes sense during the day, with shade and a quieter pace useful around midday, especially on hotter afternoons. If your priority is consistently hotter weather, April is also among the best-rated months here; March is a good choice when you prefer warmth with cooler evenings.

Pack for the evening as well as the afternoon

The change after sunset is the main packing catch. An average night low of 15°C is mild rather than warm, and the coldest 10% of nights fall to 11°C or below. Bring a jumper or light jacket and something longer than shorts if you plan to sit outside late. You can still pack mainly for daytime warmth, but a suitcase of beachwear alone would leave you poorly prepared for cooler nights. The afternoon-to-night contrast also makes March a better fit for travellers who enjoy heat during the day but do not need tropical warmth once the sun has gone down.

Good swimming weather, with little need for a rain plan

The sea averages 22.4°C, with a year-to-year range of 22°C to 23°C. That puts it in swimming territory, although travellers who like very warm water may find getting in cool at first. March works well if swimming is part of the holiday rather than a requirement for bath-like water. Sunshine averages about 9.8 hours out of 11.8 hours of daylight, leaving plenty of time outdoors without needing to concentrate everything around midday. Rain is unlikely to dictate your plans, though dry averages are not a promise of completely rain-free weather. Pack sun protection and use shade rather than treating the comfortable warmth as a reason to stay exposed.