What is the weather like in Sharm el-Sheikh in July and when is the best time to go outside?

Sunbathing is best done early in the morning — midday sun is not recommended for anyone, especially fair-skinned travelers, since one day of direct midday sun can cause painful burns (e.g. your back can burn just from swimming near the reef). Sitting under beach umbrellas is more comfortable — the breeze cools you and you still get a tan.

Recent reports contradict the idea that evenings are comfortable: heat intensified sharply starting July 15, and evenings/nights are stuffy and uncomfortable for walking even with a breeze (warm wind), reported in areas like Hadaba and Soho. Daytime near the sea is more bearable than evening walks.

In July, the most comfortable time to be outside is early morning: around 7:00 it typically feels like about 28–30°C. Recent reports say the strongest heat starts by noon and lasts until roughly 15:30, so walks are best planned before midday.

Even if the forecast shows around 36°C, direct July sun can feel closer to 40°C. For daytime outings, travelers recommend drinking plenty of water, covering your head, and using sunscreen.

Temperatures sit around +37°C under clear blue skies. The heat is manageable during the day but evenings remain hot and humid with little relief.

Between 14:00 and 17:00 the sun is intense enough to burn skin on contact, making outdoor activity very uncomfortable. Many visitors stay indoors during these hours, which significantly shortens the usable day.

Sharm el-Sheikh has a dry desert climate, making the heat more bearable than humid beach destinations. Morning and evening hours are comfortable for walking, and a decent breeze can make shaded spots feel cool.