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Best time to visit Dahab: month by month
Short answer
March and October to November are the best months, with highs of about 25–32°C, and February and December are mild at about 22–24°C. From May to September highs reach about 34–39°C; it almost never rains.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 22°C | 15°C | 1 | medium |
| Feb | 22°C | 15°C | 1 | medium |
| Mar | 25°C | 17°C | 1 | high |
| Apr | 31°C | 23°C | 0 | high |
| May | 34°C | 26°C | 0 | medium |
| Jun | 36°C | 29°C | 0 | low |
| Jul | 38°C | 30°C | 0 | low |
| Aug | 39°C | 31°C | 0 | medium |
| Sep | 37°C | 29°C | 0 | low |
| Oct | 32°C | 25°C | 0 | high |
| Nov | 28°C | 21°C | 1 | high |
| Dec | 24°C | 17°C | 1 | high |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
About 25°C in March, 31°C in April and 34°C in May, dry; good diving and comfortable days early in the season.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
About 36–39°C by day and 29–31°C at night; very hot, with warm water.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
About 37°C in September, 32°C in October and 28°C in November; the sea stays warm.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
About 22–24°C by day and 15–17°C at night, windy, and cold on Mount Sinai.
Events worth planning around
- Ramadan (dates move each year), when daytime eating in public is discreet and evenings are lively
- Eid holidays, when Egyptian visitors fill Sinai resorts
- Christmas and New Year, a busy period for European visitors
When to avoid
Avoid July and August if you dislike heat of about 38–39°C; winter nights on Mount Sinai can be near freezing.
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Common questions
What is the best time to visit Dahab?
March to April and October to November.
Is Dahab too hot in summer?
Highs are about 36–39°C; the sea is warm, but midday is very hot.
Is it cold on Mount Sinai?
Yes at dawn, close to freezing in winter; bring a warm jacket.