Temperatures in December
It's warm in December in Sharm el Sheikh with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 19°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Sharm el Sheikh in December. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Sharm el Sheikh with warm temperatures, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights close to 19°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around 25°C, with nights close to 17°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Sharm el Sheikh will be around 24°C, with nights close to 16°C. No precipitation expected, with plenty of sunshine on the horizon.
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Water temperature
The water temperature at Sharm el Sheikh is 27°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Precipitation in December
According to weather history, there is only 1,2 mm of precipitation in December. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The average chance of precipitation is only 2% in December.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in December for Sharm el Sheikh. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Sharm el Sheikh in December |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
25°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
27°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
23°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
1,2 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
1 day | 10 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Sharm el Sheikh?
Want nice weather? Then December is a great time to be in Sharm el Sheikh. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Sharm el Sheikh in December
With 35°C, Sharm el Sheikh hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 5°C to a high of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Sharm el Sheikh
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Sharm el Sheikh, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in December in Sharm el Sheikh
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Daily Precipitation in December in Sharm el Sheikh
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Sharm el Sheikh, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 1 day of rain in Sharm el Sheikh.
Daily UV Index in December in Sharm el Sheikh
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Sharm el Sheikh, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Sharm el Sheikh Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Sharm el Sheikh, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Sharm el Sheikh Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Sharm el Sheikh, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for Sharm el Sheikh
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Sharm el Sheikh. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in December in Sharm el Sheikh
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We were at the Rixos in Sharm el Sheikh in December 2019 (the 1.5 week before Christmas). We could lie in the sun until 3.30pm. After that, no more. In the evening, you really had to wear a cardigan or jumper. It can also be quite windy here— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Sharm el Sheikh by Month
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