What to expect in Sharm El Sheikh in July
July is a mixed month in Sharm El Sheikh. You get 38° / 27°, but manageable crowds at the big attractions. Worth it for the right traveller.
Sharm El Sheikh weather in July
Typical conditions in Sharm El Sheikh during July, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 38°C 100°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 27°C 81°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 0/100 |
| Total rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rainy days | 0 |
| Sea temperature | 28°C 83°F |
| Daylight | 13 h 44 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 38°C with lows near 27°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
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 38°C make midday heat the main constraint. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in July 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 3% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in July, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Sharm El Sheikh in July 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May | 33° / 22° | Moderate | $$ | 57 |
| June | 36° / 25° | Moderate | $$ | 56 |
| July · This month | 38° / 27° | Moderate | $$ | 49 |
| August | 38° / 27° | Moderate | $$ | 48 |
| September | 35° / 25° | Moderate | $$ | 57 |
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 July
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in July.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
