☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 37°C
Yes, absolutely! With temperatures averaging 37°C, it's hot and perfect for beach holidays. Sharm El Sheikh in August has an average air temperature of 37°C with sea temperatures around 29°C. You can expect 12 hours of sunshine per day and 0mm of rainfall, which means virtually no rain — bone-dry conditions.
At 29°C the sea is like a warm bath — perfect for swimming, snorkelling, and diving. With 12 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Pack light clothing, high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and swimwear. Stay hydrated.
Sharm El Sheikh is one of the top warm destinations for August holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Sharm El Sheikh stacks up against similar destinations in August:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharm El Sheikh | 37°C | 29°C | 0mm | 12h |
| Oman | 37°C | 29°C | 5mm | 9h |
| Dubai | 38°C | 34°C | 0mm | 10h |
| Hurghada | 36°C | 30°C | 0mm | 12h |
| Cyprus | 32°C | 28°C | 0mm | 12h |
| Antigua | 31°C | 29°C | 90mm | 9h |
See how Sharm El Sheikh's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Sharm El Sheikh in August has average temperatures of 37°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 29°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 29°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Pack light clothing, high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and swimwear. Stay hydrated.
August is an excellent time to visit Sharm El Sheikh with warm weather and 12 hours of daily sunshine.
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