Month guide · Sharm El Sheikh · Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh in October
What October is really like in Sharm El Sheikh: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
October is one of the best months to visit Sharm El Sheikh. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 23°C (73°F), about 0 rainy days and roughly 11.4 hours of daylight. Hot days, warm evenings and warm sea; one of the best all-round months.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 23°C (73°F)
- Rainy days
- About 0
- Daylight
- About 11.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 27°C (81°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in October
October is the 6th-warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 23°C (73°F). Rain falls on roughly 0 of its 31 days. Compared with September (35°C (95°F)), October is cooler; by November highs drop to around 27°C (81°F).
- Sunrise (15 October)
- About 06:43
- Sunset (15 October)
- About 18:14
- Daylight
- About 11.4 hours
- Sea
- 27°C (81°F)
Autumn (September–November). Warm sea, excellent diving visibility and easing heat, making October and November the best all-rounders.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, October rates 4 for crowds (the peak is March at 4) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in December). Book accommodation early: October is one of the pricier months.
Events in October
- Armed Forces Day public holiday (6 October)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in October
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Experience · Sharm El Maya and Old Market
SS Thistlegorm wreck
A British cargo ship sunk by German bombers in 1941, the Thistlegorm lies at around 30 metres in the Strait of Gubal with her holds still full of trucks, motorbikes, rifles and railway wagons.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Cost
- Expensive
- History
- Active
- Iconic
Waterfront · Naama Bay
Naama Bay promenade
Walk the promenade in the evening and compare menus, but ignore the touts and choose places busy with diners.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- After dark
- Food
- Shopping
Market · Sharm El Maya and Old Market
Old Market
Sharm's Old Market area has been rebuilt as a pedestrian zone of stone lanes, spice and perfume shops, souvenir stalls and fish restaurants, with Egyptian families strolling in the evening.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Shopping
- Food
- After dark
Religious site · Sharm El Maya and Old Market
Al Sahaba Mosque
Visitors can view the exterior at any time; dress modestly and ask before entering outside prayer times.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- Photo spot
- After dark
The sea averages 27°C (81°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Sharm El Sheikh.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 23°C and 0 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is October a good time to visit Sharm El Sheikh?
It is one of the best months to visit Sharm El Sheikh. Hot days, warm evenings and warm sea; one of the best all-round months.
+How warm is Sharm El Sheikh in October?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Sharm El Sheikh in October?
Expect rain on about 0 days of the month, so it is usually dry.