Sharm el-Sheikh in May: weather, sea & travel advice
Sharm el-Sheikh in May is especially suited to beach holidays and family holidays. Days are around 34 °C (hot), and the sea is about 25 °C. With about 0 rainy days it is very dry.
Sharm el-Sheikh · MayPhoto: Serhio Magpie · CC BY 4.0Climate facts
- Day
- 34 °C
- Night
- 24 °C
- Sea
- 25 °C
- Rainy days
- 0 rainy days
- Sun
- 9 h/day
- Humidity
- 35 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachExcellent83/100
City breakLimited63/100
ActiveLimited62/100
FamilyGood75/100
In favour
- Little rain (about 0 rainy days)
- Warm, swimmable sea (25 °C)
- Lots of sunshine (about 9 h/day)
To consider
- No significant drawbacks.
All months at a glance
21J
23F
26M
30A
34M
37J
38J
38A
36S
33O
28N
23D
0J
0F
1M
0A
0M
0J
0J
0A
0S
1O
1N
1D
Similar destinations in May
Frequently asked questions
How warm is Sharm el-Sheikh in May?
Daytime highs average around 34 °C, with nights around 24 °C.
Can you swim in Sharm el-Sheikh in May?
The sea is about 25 °C (warm).
Does it rain a lot in Sharm el-Sheikh in May?
On the long-term average, expect about 0 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh?
The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.