Sharm El Sheikh in October: weather, sea temperature and trips
In October Sharm El Sheikh averages 29°C by day and 20°C at night, and the sea is about 27°C. One of the best months of the year: the sea is still about 27°C, days ease to about 29°C and evenings are warm. Good for everything, from snorkelling to Petra and Cairo.
Sharm El Sheikh in October at a glance
| Average | |
|---|---|
| Day temperature | 29°C |
| Night temperature | 20°C |
| Sea temperature | 27°C (26.2°C to 29.9°C over the past 10 years) |
| Sunshine | 10 hours a day |
| Rain | Usually no rain |
| Daylight | 11.5 hours; sunrise about 06:43, sunset about 18:13 |
| Wind | Mostly light; strong wind is rare |
| UV index | 8 (very high) |
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 October
This is the warmest the sea gets all year. Average sea temperature: 27°C in September, 27°C in October and 26°C in November. You can snorkel for an hour or more without feeling cold.
No wetsuit needed. A rash vest or an old T-shirt protects your back from the sun while you snorkel.
What's running in October
October suits both sea and land. Snorkelling at Ras Mohammed and White Island is as warm as in summer, while Petra (about 27°C) and Cairo (about 30°C) are far more comfortable than in August.
Desert and canyon trips such as Salama Canyon and the Blue Hole are pleasant again. Late October is busy with half-term families, and Egypt moves its clocks back an hour at the end of the month.
Day-trip weather in October
| Trip | Day | Night |
|---|---|---|
| Cairo and the pyramids | 30°C | 17°C |
| Luxor | 34°C | 17°C |
| St Catherine (Mount Sinai, 1,600 m) | 26°C | 12°C |
| Petra, Jordan | 27°C | 12°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 October
The late October half-term is one of the busiest autumn weeks for UK families. Egypt moves its clocks back one hour on 29 October 2027. The heat eases through the month, which makes it popular for both the sea and sightseeing.
What to book in October
White Island and Ras Mohammed by boat
Still summer-warm water, with milder air on deck.
Petra, Jordan, 1 day
Petra at about 27°C: a good month for the long day in Jordan.
Cairo 1 day by bus
The pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum at about 30°C rather than 35°C.
Salama Canyon, quads and the Blue Hole
Canyon walk, quads and the Blue Hole in comfortable autumn weather.
What to pack for Sharm El Sheikh in October
- Swimwear, sunglasses and a hat
- High-factor sun cream (SPF 50): the UV index is very high, even when a breeze makes it feel cooler
- Reef shoes or water shoes for coral beaches and rocky entries
- A fleece and a torch if you climb Mount Sinai at night, as the summit is much cooler than the coast
October in Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada and Marsa Alam
| Resort | Day | Night | Sea | Windy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharm El Sheikh | 29°C | 20°C | 27°C | rare |
| Hurghada | 30°C | 20°C | 27°C | 4/10 |
| Marsa Alam | 32°C | 22°C | 27°C | 3/10 |
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 October?
About 27°C on average. Over the past 10 years, readings for October ranged from 26.2°C to 29.9°C.
Is it warm enough to swim in Sharm El Sheikh in October?
Yes. At about 27°C the sea is at its warmest, and you can stay in for a long time without a wetsuit.
What is the weather like in Sharm El Sheikh in October?
Average highs are 29°C and lows 20°C, with about 10 hours of sunshine a day and usually no rain.
Is October a good time to visit Sharm El Sheikh?
One of the best months of the year: the sea is still about 27°C, days ease to about 29°C and evenings are warm. Good for everything, from snorkelling to Petra and Cairo.
Book or ask a question
Every tour on this page can be booked online from its page, with no prepayment: you pay on the day. To ask about dates, hotel pickup or private trips, write to us on WhatsApp at +20 101 337 0369 or Telegram at @sinbad_tour_bot, or call +20 100 687 2059.
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)
