Sharm El Luli — Sea temperature now
Turquoise powder-sand bay in the south.
Very warm water with a light chop and a light breeze — great swimming conditions.
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.
Monthly sea temperature averages
Typical year-round water temperature, 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.
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
| Month | Sea | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 21°C | Pleasant |
| Feb | 20°C | Pleasant |
| Mar | 21°C | Pleasant |
| Apr | 22°C | Warm |
| May | 24°C | Warm |
| Jun | 26°C | Hot |
| Jul ⭐ | 28°C | Hot |
| Aug | 28°C | Hot |
| Sep | 28°C | Hot |
| Oct | 26°C | Hot |
| Nov | 24°C | Warm |
| Dec | 22°C | Warm |