What to expect in Sharm El Sheikh in February
February is a strong choice for Sharm El Sheikh: 23° / 14°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Sharm El Sheikh weather in February
Typical conditions in Sharm El Sheikh during February, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 23°C 73°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 14°C 57°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 0/100 |
| Total rainfall | < 1 mm |
| Rainy days | 0 |
| Sea temperature | 23°C 73°F |
| Daylight | 11 h 12 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 23°C with lows near 14°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Sharm El Sheikh — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Light layers for 23°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 14°C. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in February sit around the yearly average for Sharm El Sheikh — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 20% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Ramadan while you’re there.
- Ramadan — Restaurant hours shift around the fast and evening iftar meals; exact dates move earlier each year on the lunar calendar.
Sharm El Sheikh in February compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 24° / 16° | Moderate | $$ | 70 |
| January | 23° / 14° | Moderate | $$ | 71 |
| February · This month | 23° / 14° | Moderate | $$ | 71 |
| March | 26° / 16° | Moderate | $$ | 68 |
| April | 29° / 19° | Moderate | $$ | 62 |
These months score higher for Sharm El Sheikh on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in February
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in February.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
