Sharm El Sheikh in November: weather, sea temperature and trips
In November Sharm El Sheikh averages 25°C by day and 16°C at night, and the sea is about 26°C. An excellent month: warm, sunny days of about 25°C and a sea of about 26°C. Evenings get cooler later in the month, so bring a light sweater.
Sharm El Sheikh in November at a glance
| Average | |
|---|---|
| Day temperature | 25°C |
| Night temperature | 16°C |
| Sea temperature | 26°C (24.1°C to 29.4°C over the past 10 years) |
| Sunshine | 9 hours a day |
| Rain | Usually no rain |
| Daylight | 10.8 hours; sunrise about 06:04, sunset about 16:50 |
| Wind | Mostly light; strong wind is rare |
| UV index | 5 (moderate) |
Air, sea, sunshine and rain: long-term averages from Weather2Travel. Sea range: lowest and highest readings for the month over the past 10 years (SeaTemperature.info). Wind: share of days when the wind reached 30 km/h or more, ERA5 data for 2016 to 2025 via Open-Meteo. Sunrise and sunset on the 15th, Egypt time.
Sea temperature and swimming in November
The sea is cooling down. Average sea temperature: 27°C in October, 26°C in November and 25°C in December. Most people swim and snorkel comfortably without a wetsuit, though children may feel cool after a long snorkel.
Most people do not need a wetsuit. A rash vest helps with the sun, and a thin shorty is worth it for children or anyone who feels the cold.
What's running in November
The sea holds its summer warmth, so all boat trips are comfortable and most people snorkel without a wetsuit. It is a good time for Tiran Island and White Island.
Land trips are easy too: Cairo is about 25°C, which makes the Cairo day trip by plane a comfortable day. Nights on Mount Sinai are getting cold again (St Catherine averages about 7°C), so take warm clothes for the climb.
Day-trip weather in November
| Trip | Day | Night |
|---|---|---|
| Cairo and the pyramids | 25°C | 13°C |
| Luxor | 28°C | 11°C |
| St Catherine (Mount Sinai, 1,600 m) | 20°C | 7°C |
| Petra, Jordan | 20°C | 8°C |
Cairo, Luxor and Petra: Weather2Travel averages. St Catherine: NOAA 1961 to 1990 averages for the town; the summit of Mount Sinai, at 2,285 m, is colder still at dawn.
Holidays and crowds in November
A quiet month between half-term and Christmas, with lower prices and a sea that is still warm. Many Europeans come for a week of autumn sun before winter.
What to book in November
White Island and Ras Mohammed by boat
Warm sea and mild air: one of the best months for this trip.
Tiran Island by boat
Reefs and wrecks in the Strait of Tiran, with a sea of about 26°C.
Cairo 1 day by plane
The pyramids and the museum at about 25°C, flying both ways to save time.
Mount Sinai and St Catherine's Monastery
Take a warm jacket: from November the summit is cold at dawn.
What to pack for Sharm El Sheikh in November
- Swimwear, sunglasses and a hat
- Sun cream (SPF 30 or higher)
- A light sweater or long sleeves for the evening and for air-conditioned buses
- Reef shoes or water shoes for coral beaches and rocky entries
- Winter clothes if you climb Mount Sinai for the sunrise: warm jacket, hat, gloves and a torch
November in Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada and Marsa Alam
| Resort | Day | Night | Sea | Windy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharm El Sheikh | 25°C | 16°C | 26°C | rare |
| Hurghada | 27°C | 16°C | 26°C | 2/10 |
| Marsa Alam | 27°C | 18°C | 26°C | 1/10 |
Sharm El Sheikh weather by month
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Windy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C | 10°C | 23°C | 8 h | rare |
| February | 21°C | 11°C | 22°C | 9 h | rare |
| March | 24°C | 14°C | 22°C | 10 h | 1/10 |
| April | 28°C | 18°C | 23°C | 10 h | 1/10 |
| May | 32°C | 21°C | 25°C | 11 h | 1/10 |
| June | 34°C | 24°C | 26°C | 13 h | rare |
| July | 35°C | 25°C | 28°C | 13 h | rare |
| August | 35°C | 26°C | 28°C | 12 h | rare |
| September | 34°C | 24°C | 27°C | 11 h | rare |
| October | 29°C | 20°C | 27°C | 10 h | rare |
| November | 25°C | 16°C | 26°C | 9 h | rare |
| December | 22°C | 12°C | 25°C | 8 h | rare |
Long-term averages from Weather2Travel. Windy days: share of days with wind of 30 km/h or more (ERA5, 2016 to 2025).
Frequently asked questions
What is the sea temperature in Sharm El Sheikh in November?
About 26°C on average. Over the past 10 years, readings for November ranged from 24.1°C to 29.4°C.
Is it warm enough to swim in Sharm El Sheikh in November?
Yes. At about 26°C most people swim and snorkel comfortably without a wetsuit.
What is the weather like in Sharm El Sheikh in November?
Average highs are 25°C and lows 16°C, with about 9 hours of sunshine a day and usually no rain.
Is November a good time to visit Sharm El Sheikh?
An excellent month: warm, sunny days of about 25°C and a sea of about 26°C. Evenings get cooler later in the month, so bring a light sweater.
Book or ask a question
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Sources
- Weather2Travel: Sharm el Sheikh climate by month
- SeaTemperature.info: Sharm El Sheikh water temperature
- Open-Meteo: historical weather API (ERA5), wind 2016 to 2025
- timeanddate.com: daylight saving time in Egypt
- Weather2Travel: Cairo climate
- Weather2Travel: Luxor climate
- Weather2Travel: Petra climate
- Wikipedia: Saint Catherine, Egypt (climate, NOAA 1961 to 1990)
