Is the heat in Sharm el-Sheikh more bearable than in Turkey (Antalya)?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 36 days ago
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 36 days ago
TL;DR
Sharm el-Sheikh has dry heat, which most travelers find easier to handle than the humid heat of Antalya or Kemer. Choosing a windier area of the resort helps.
In early July, Sharm el-Sheikh has high humidity and the sea feels bath-warm, but by August the Alcazar area is more comfortable as the sea cools things down; Nabq also has a pleasant breeze.
In mid-July, Sharm el-Sheikh sees around 35°C with milder sun compared to other Red Sea areas, and water temperatures above 30°C. The weather resembles Turkey's but with much lower humidity and a noticeable breeze.
Antalya and especially Kemer have high humidity, making the heat harder to bear. Egypt's climate is dry, and choosing a windier part of Sharm el-Sheikh makes the heat even more comfortable.
The dry heat of Sharm el-Sheikh is noticeably more tolerable than the humid heat of the Turkish Riviera. Travelers choosing between Turkey and Egypt in summer often find Egypt more comfortable due to the lack of humidity.
Kemer in Turkey has particularly high humidity, though the area near Duden Waterfall is slightly more pleasant. For those sensitive to humidity, Sharm el-Sheikh is a better choice than Turkish resorts.