AI-generatedDahab at a glance
- Best time
- Feb – Apr, Oct – Dec
- Warmest month
- Aug · 39°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 28.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,480 h
- Rain a year
- 16 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 13 m
Climate in Dahab
Dahab has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 39 °C, while January is the coolest at 22 °C. With around 3,480 hours of sunshine a year, Dahab is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 11.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Dahab
The best time to visit Dahab is from February to April and from October to December. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go all year round except in January. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to March. From May to September it can get very hot, with highs of up to 39 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 16 mm fall in an average year.
Dahab through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Dahab in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 27–35 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 10.0 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Dahab in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 37–39 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 11.0 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Dahab in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 28–36 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Dahab in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 22–24 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
All year except Jan
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – Mar
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
May – Sep
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: March, November
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: February – April, October – December
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 26°
- Midday, 13:00: about 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 32°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 27°
06:4218:13
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:27–07:13 · evening 17:42–18:28
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:18–06:27 · evening 18:28–18:37
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Dahab compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 34° at the start of the month to 30° at the end. The sea cools from 27° to 26°. The days get 0.8 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 34° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 22° |
| Sea | 27° | 26° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.1 h |
What is the weather like in Dahab in October?
In October, Dahab is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Dahab.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 32 min06:42 – 18:13
- UV index
- 7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 28 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 8 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 26 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %79 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %97 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Windproof jacket
Compare two months in Dahab
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
November has the better holiday weather in Dahab: score 98 against 92. In November, days are 5 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in November.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 92 | 98better |
| Daytime high | 33° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 19° |
| Sea | 26.6° | 25.5° |
| Sunshine | 8.8 h | 8.4 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Rainfall | 1 mm | 2 mm |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Dahab month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
75January22° · Sea 23° · 7.8 h
In January, Dahab is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 22.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Dahab.
Dahab in January84February24° · Sea 22° · 8.6 h
In February, Dahab is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 22.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Dahab.
Dahab in February93March27° · Sea 22° · 9.3 h
In March, Dahab is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 22.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Dahab.
Dahab in March94April31° · Sea 23° · 10.2 h
In April, Dahab is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 22.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Dahab.
Dahab in April80May35° · Sea 24° · 10.6 h
In May, Dahab is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 24.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Dahab.
Dahab in May68June37° · Sea 26° · 11.2 h
In June, Dahab is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 25.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 34 km/h. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Dahab.
Dahab in June65July39° · Sea 27° · 11.1 h
In July, Dahab is very hot: daytime highs average 39 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 29 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Dahab.
Dahab in July65August39° · Sea 28° · 10.8 h
In August, Dahab is very hot: daytime highs average 39 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 29 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Dahab.
Dahab in August73September36° · Sea 27° · 9.8 h
In September, Dahab is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Dahab.
Dahab in September92October33° · Sea 27° · 8.8 h
In October, Dahab is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Dahab.
Dahab in October98November28° · Sea 26° · 8.4 h
In November, Dahab is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Dahab.
Dahab in November88December24° · Sea 24° · 7.7 h
In December, Dahab is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 24.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Dahab.
Dahab in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Dahab
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier.
The coolest nights are in January (14°), the warmest in August (29°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from April to October; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from February to March and from November to December.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 75 | 22° | 14° | 22.7° | 7.8 h | 0 | 4 |
| FebruaryFeb | 84 | 24° | 15° | 22.1° | 8.6 h | 1 | 3 |
| MarchMar | 93 | 27° | 17° | 22.1° | 9.3 h | 0 | 2 |
| AprilApr | 94 | 31° | 21° | 22.7° | 10.2 h | 0 | 0 |
| MayMay | 80 | 35° | 25° | 24.3° | 10.6 h | 0 | 0 |
| JuneJun | 68 | 37° | 27° | 25.6° | 11.2 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 65 | 39° | 29° | 27.4° | 11.1 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 65 | 39° | 29° | 28.1° | 10.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 73 | 36° | 27° | 27.2° | 9.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 92 | 33° | 24° | 26.6° | 8.8 h | 0 | 1 |
| NovemberNov | 98 | 28° | 19° | 25.5° | 8.4 h | 0 | 2 |
| DecemberDec | 88 | 24° | 16° | 24.0° | 7.7 h | 0 | 4 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
28.48° N, 34.50° E · 13 m · Africa/Cairo
Sea temperature in Dahab
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 25.9 – 27.2 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Dahab ranges from 22.1 °C in February to 28.1 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
From December to January the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 27.1 and 29.0 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 22.7° | 22.0° | 23.5° | refreshing |
| FebruaryFeb | 22.1° | 21.4° | 22.6° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 22.1° | 21.5° | 22.9° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 22.7° | 22.3° | 23.4° | refreshing |
| MayMay | 24.3° | 23.6° | 24.8° | pleasant |
| JuneJun | 25.6° | 24.8° | 26.6° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 27.4° | 26.7° | 28.0° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.1° | 27.1° | 29.0° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 27.2° | 26.5° | 27.9° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 26.6° | 25.9° | 27.2° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 25.5° | 24.4° | 26.5° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 24.0° | 23.4° | 24.7° | pleasant |
Sunshine hours in Dahab
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 8.8 of 11.5 hours of daylight in Dahab, 77 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Dahab: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, it hardly ever rains in Dahab: 1 mm in the whole month.
UV index in Dahab
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 7 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 25 min
- Light brown skin
- about 35 min
- Olive skin
- about 45 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Dahab
How breezy and how cloudy Dahab is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Dahab typically peaks at 28 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 8 % of the sky over Dahab: mostly clear, with about 8.8 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Dahab
How often the day gets hot in Dahab (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Dahab has about 26 hot days, with an average daytime high of 33 °C: often hot. Avoid the midday sun, look for shade and drink plenty.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Dahab
Weather for your travel dates
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Dahab in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Dahab has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 94) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 65).
- 94
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 9.9 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 78
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 35 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.7 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 65
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 39 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 10.9 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 92
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 82
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 5 h 10 min
- Distance
- 3,860 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Dahab vs Sharm El Sheikh
In October Dahab has the better holiday weather (score 92 vs 78). During the day Sharm El Sheikh is 2 °C warmer than Dahab. The sea in Sharm El Sheikh is 1 °C warmer.
| in October | Dahab | Sharm El Sheikh |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 92 | 78 |
| Daytime high | 33° | 35° |
| Sea | 27° | 28° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Best time | Feb – Apr, Oct – Dec | Nov – Apr |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Dahab
When is the best time to visit Dahab?
The best time to visit Dahab is from February to April and from October to December. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Dahab?
The sea temperature in Dahab ranges from 22.1 °C in February to 28.1 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Dahab in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Dahab?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 39 °C and nights around 29 °C. January is the coolest month at 22 °C.
When does it rain most in Dahab?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 16 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Dahab get?
Dahab gets around 3,480 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 11.2 hours a day; in December there are 7.7 hours a day.
What time zone is Dahab in?
Dahab is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Dahab?
A nonstop flight from London to Dahab takes about 5 h 10 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,860 km.
Which school holidays are best for Dahab?
Dahab has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 94) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 65). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 94, May half-term 78, summer holidays 65, October half-term 92, Christmas holidays 82.