Essaouira vs Sharm El Sheikh in May

Sharm El Sheikh is the better pick in May — 95 vs 86 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Sharm El Sheikh is sweltering, dry, while Essaouira is warm, dry, clean air.

Essaouira vs Sharm El SheikhMay climate, side by side

EssaouiraSharm El Sheikh
Comfort score86/100 (A)95/100 (S)
Feels-like high25°C35°C
Avg high / low25° / 16°35° / 25°
Rainfall10 mm0 mm
Rainy days10
Humidity71%28%
Air quality (AQI)4666

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

Essaouira vs Sharm El Sheikh in May — FAQ

Is May better in Essaouira or Sharm El Sheikh?
Sharm El Sheikh is the better pick in May — 95 vs 86 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Sharm El Sheikh is sweltering, dry, while Essaouira is warm, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Essaouira vs Sharm El Sheikh in May?
In May, Essaouira averages 25°C high / 16°C low with about 10 mm of rain; Sharm El Sheikh averages 35°C high / 25°C low with about 0 mm.