Verdict: Excellent month
Sharm el-Sheikh Weather in January
January hits the sweet spot in Sharm el-Sheikh — highs around 22°C (72°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is a non-issue, with only ~1 wet day in an average year. Overall, January is one of the best months of the year to be in Sharm el-Sheikh.
Average high
22°C / 72°F
Average low
13°C / 55°F
Rain days
~1
Precipitation
5 mm
What to pack for Sharm el-Sheikh in January
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
January against the rest of the year
Warmest in Sharm el-Sheikh: Jul (40°C / 104°F) · Coolest: Jan (22°C / 72°F) · Wettest: Jan (~1 rain days)
22°
13°
Jan
23°
14°
Feb
26°
16°
Mar
32°
22°
Apr
36°
25°
May
39°
28°
Jun
40°
29°
Jul
40°
30°
Aug
38°
29°
Sep
34°
25°
Oct
29°
20°
Nov
25°
16°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)