Essaouira vs Sharm El Sheikh in January

Sharm El Sheikh is the better pick in January — 93 vs 80 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Sharm El Sheikh is nice, dry, clean air, while Essaouira is nice, dry, clean air.

Essaouira vs Sharm El SheikhJanuary climate, side by side

EssaouiraSharm El Sheikh
Comfort score80/100 (A)93/100 (S)
Feels-like high19°C20°C
Avg high / low21° / 10°22° / 16°
Rainfall26 mm2 mm
Rainy days31
Humidity69%45%
Air quality (AQI)3946

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Essaouira vs Sharm El Sheikh in January — FAQ

Is January better in Essaouira or Sharm El Sheikh?
Sharm El Sheikh is the better pick in January — 93 vs 80 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Sharm El Sheikh is nice, dry, clean air, while Essaouira is nice, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Essaouira vs Sharm El Sheikh in January?
In January, Essaouira averages 21°C high / 10°C low with about 26 mm of rain; Sharm El Sheikh averages 22°C high / 16°C low with about 2 mm.