Sharm El Sheikh Sea Temperature
Updated Thu 03:25 (Africa/Cairo)
Egypt · Forecast updated Aug 6, 2026, 03:25 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
29.6°C
85.3°F
Very warm water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The August average in our archive is 29.8°C (85.7°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 0.6°C
Seven-day average: 29.8°C, versus 29.2°C in the prior seven days.
What to wear
Very warm water
Swimwear is usually enough; a rash guard adds sun protection.
Cold tolerance varies. Wind, session length, sunshine, and exertion also affect comfort; temperature alone does not describe sea conditions.
Sea Surface Temperature Over the Year
In the data collected for Sharm El Sheikh, monthly averages range from about 27.0°C (80.6°F) in June to 29.8°C (85.7°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Sharm El Sheikh has been 28.9°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 25.5°C / 77.9°F | 27.0°C / 80.6°F | 28.6°C / 83.5°F |
| July | 27.6°C / 81.7°F | 28.6°C / 83.4°F | 30.2°C / 86.4°F |
| August | 29.2°C / 84.6°F | 29.8°C / 85.7°F | 30.8°C / 87.4°F |
Profile calculated from 1596 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Sharm El Sheikh
Red Sea resort town fringed by Ras Mohammed's world-class coral walls and reef fish.
- Area
- South Sinai
Sharm El Sheikh Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Sharm El Sheikh today?
The current sea surface temperature in Sharm El Sheikh is 29.6°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 28.9°C.
When is the water warmest in Sharm El Sheikh?
The warmest monthly average in the Sharm El Sheikh archive is August, at around 29.8°C (85.7°F).
When is the water coldest in Sharm El Sheikh?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 27.0°C (80.6°F).
Can you swim in Sharm El Sheikh today?
At 29.6°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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