Egypt
Red Sea Riviera · Red Sea

Sharm El Luli Sea Temperature & Swim Forecast

Turquoise powder-sand bay in the south.

Very warm water with a light chop and a light breeze — great swimming conditions.

Sea temperature now
28.4°Ctropical
Excellent
Updated just now · Source: Open-Meteo Marine
Air temperature
Wave height
Wind
UV index

Location

Sharm El Luli on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.

7-day forecast

Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.

Wetsuit recommendation

No wetsuit

At 28.4°C the water is warm enough to swim and surf in just a swimsuit or boardshorts.

Surf & watersports
Tropical-feel conditions. Most swimmers stay comfortable for an hour or more without thermal protection. UV exposure is the bigger risk — sunscreen and a rash vest are worth packing.
Open-water swimming
Open-water swims of 60+ minutes feel comfortable with no neoprene.

Recommendation tuned for Sharm El Luli's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.

Quick answer

Can I swim at Sharm El Luli today?

The sea is currently 28.4°C — excellent swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find it pleasant.

Key takeaways
  • • Located in Red Sea Riviera, Egypt (Red Sea).
  • Family friendly with calm, accessible water.
  • • Live data refreshed hourly from Open-Meteo Marine.

Monthly sea temperature averages

Tap any month to see what to expect — based on regional climatology.

Best time to swim in Sharm El Luli

The sea in Sharm El Luli peaks in July, when the water averages around 28°C.

The main swimming season runs from January – December, when surface temperatures stay comfortable for extended sessions.

On average, 12 months a year sit above 20°C — the threshold most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.

The coldest month is typically February at around 20°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.

Sharm El Luli sea temperature history

Long-term climatology for Sharm El Luli shows an annual mean sea temperature of 24°C, ranging from 20°C in winter to 28°C at the summer peak.

The seasonal swing is roughly 8°C between the coldest and warmest month — a useful yardstick when comparing years or checking whether the current sea is running above or below average.

Recent decades have trended slightly warmer at Sharm El Luli, in line with regional sea-surface temperature records for the wider basin.

Monthly averages below are drawn from multi-decadal climatology and are updated as new observations arrive.

Jan
21°C
Feb
20°C
Mar
21°C
Apr
22°C
May
24°C
Jun
26°C
Jul
28°C
Aug
28°C
Sep
28°C
Oct
26°C
Nov
24°C
Dec
22°C

Sharm El Luli sea temperature: frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month to swim in Sharm El Luli?

July is the warmest month in Sharm El Luli, when the sea averages about 28°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.

When is the sea coldest in Sharm El Luli?

The coldest month in Sharm El Luli is typically February, when the water averages around 20°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.

When can you swim in Sharm El Luli without a wetsuit?

The main swimming season in Sharm El Luli runs from January – December — about 12 months a year when the sea sits above 20°C, the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.

Do I need a wetsuit in Sharm El Luli?

Outside peak summer the water in Sharm El Luli drops toward 20°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable. In peak months most swimmers go without.

What is the average sea temperature in Sharm El Luli?

The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Sharm El Luli is about 24°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.

How do I check the current sea temperature in Sharm El Luli?

The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Sharm El Luli, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.

Year-round sea temperature

Best swim months: Jan – Feb – Mar – Apr – May – Jun – Jul – Aug – Sep – Oct – Nov – Dec

MonthSeaComfort
Jan21°CPleasant
Feb20°CPleasant
Mar21°CPleasant
Apr22°CWarm
May24°CWarm
Jun26°CHot
Jul28°CHot
Aug28°CHot
Sep28°CHot
Oct26°CHot
Nov24°CWarm
Dec22°CWarm

Nearby beaches

The closest coastline, with live water temperatures.