Sharm El Sheikh

Sharm El Sheikh

Sharm El Sheikh in December

Great time to visit

High season returns with perfect weather and holiday atmosphere. Premium prices but ideal conditions for every activity from diving to desert trips.

Weather

December brings cool, crisp mornings and warm afternoons - textbook perfect weather for Sharm El Sheikh. Nights can get genuinely chilly requiring layers. Virtually zero precipitation.

24°C high14°C low1 rain days

Crowds & Cost

high crowds
~$90/day average

Events & Festivals

  • Christmas celebrations at international resorts
  • New Year's Eve parties
  • Winter holiday crowds from Europe

December Tips

  • Book 3+ months ahead for Christmas and New Year period
  • Pack warm clothes for surprisingly cool evenings
  • Expect peak pricing but weather justifies the cost

All Months

Sharm El Sheikh works year-round, but timing affects your experience and wallet. October through April delivers perfect weather — sunny days around 25-28°C, cool evenings, and minimal rain. This is peak season, so expect higher prices and crowded dive sites. December and January can get surprisingly cool at night, so pack a light jacket. May through September brings intense heat — often 35-40°C — but also the best deals on accommodation. The Red Sea stays warm year-round (22-28°C), making diving and snorkeling always possible. Summer diving actually offers advantages: fewer crowds at dive sites and better visibility underwater. Ramadan affects restaurant hours and alcohol availability, though tourist areas remain largely unaffected. Wind patterns matter for diving: spring months sometimes bring strong winds that cancel boat trips. Here's the sweet spot: late October or early May give you great weather, reasonable prices, and fewer crowds than peak winter months.

Sharm El Sheikh Scores

Solo

6/10

Couples

8/10

Families

8/10

Adventure

8/10

Budget

6/10

Luxury

8/10

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