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Climate & Weather in Dahab

Temperature
13–35°C

Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: weather-and-climate.com, travel2egypt.org

Good to Know

  • Winter nights (December-February) can drop to 10-15°C (50-59°F), so pack a light jacket for evenings.
  • January through April and October through December provide comfortable temperatures of 20-30°C (68-86°F) with dry conditions; sun protection and a hat are essential, though rain gear is rarely needed.
  • During winter months (November-February), while the sea is a bit too cold to swim, the days are nice and warm.

Overview

Dahab experiences significant temperature changes throughout the year, with very warm summers transitioning to pleasant winter periods in an arid zone with minimal rainfall year-round.

Rainfall

Annual Mm
34
Note
Rainfall is negligible year-round; rain gear is rarely needed.
Description
Dahab is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 34 mm (1.3 in), with fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year.

Snowfall

Status
Not applicable
Description
The Red Sea coast remains snow-free year-round. Dahab is located on the Red Sea coast at low elevation, so snowfall does not occur.

Temperature Lows

Season
Winter (December-February)
Daytime Celsius
20
Nighttime Celsius
13
Daytime Fahrenheit
68
Nighttime Fahrenheit
55
Note
In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 20°C (68°F), with nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F).

Temperature Peaks

Season
Summer (June-August)
Daytime Celsius
35
Nighttime Celsius
28
Daytime Fahrenheit
95
Nighttime Fahrenheit
82
Note
Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 35°C (95°F) in August, with nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F).

Off Peak Worst Months

Months
June to August
Description
Summer months of June, July, and August are super hot and best avoidable.

Peak Season Best Months

Months
March to May, September to November
Description
Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) offer a perfect balance of warm days and cool nights, suitable for both underwater adventures and desert excursions.
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026

These are the sources cited in this climate & weather research for this city. Individual figures may not each trace to one of them.

  1. 1.weather-and-climate.com
  2. 2.travel2egypt.org
  3. 3.maverickbird.com
  4. 4.respecttoursegypt.com

Data last updated July 2026 · Verify anything important.