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North Sinai

Region · 🇪🇬 Egypt
Population 450,328
Area 27,649 km²
Time zone Africa/Cairo
Official website www.northsinai.gov.eg
North Sinai

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North Sinai Essentials

North Sinai is defined by its strategic history and striking desert geography. The region features the 16th-century An-Nekhel Fortress, a vital stop on the ancient Hajj pilgrimage route, and unique geological sites like the white chalk formations of Nitzana. From archaeological inscriptions at Givat HaKtovot to the panoramic desert vistas from Horsha Mountain and the Gishron stream lookouts, the area showcases a blend of ancient human heritage and rugged natural landmarks.

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, October, November, December

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Typical weather in January

Great
  • 18° (feels like 14°) · extremes 2°–24°
  • 6° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 20 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in February

Great
  • 19° (feels like 15°) · extremes 3°–27°
  • 7° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 20 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in March

Great
  • 23° (feels like 19°) · extremes 5°–31°
  • 9° at night
  • 1 rainy day
  • 25 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in April

Great
  • 28° (feels like 24°) · extremes 8°–36°
  • 12° at night
  • 1 rainy day
  • 26 sunny days
  • 11 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in May

Good
  • 32° (feels like 29°) · extremes 12°–38°
  • 16° at night
  • 0 rainy days
  • 28 sunny days
  • 12 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 10 · very high
Up to 7 days above 35°

Typical weather in June

Fair
  • 34° (feels like 32°) · extremes 15°–39°
  • 18° at night
  • 0 rainy days
  • 30 sunny days
  • 13 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 11 · extreme
Up to 12 days above 35°

Typical weather in July

Poor
  • 36° (feels like 35°) · extremes 18°–40°
  • 21° at night
  • 0 rainy days
  • 31 sunny days
  • 13 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 11 · extreme
Up to 21 days above 35°

Typical weather in August

Poor
  • 36° (feels like 35°) · extremes 19°–39°
  • 21° at night
  • 0 rainy days
  • 31 sunny days
  • 12 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 10 · very high
Up to 19 days above 35°

Typical weather in September

Good
  • 33° · extremes 17°–38°
  • 19° at night
  • 0 rainy days
  • 29 sunny days
  • 11 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 9 · very high
Up to 8 days above 35°

Typical weather in October

Great
  • 30° (feels like 28°) · extremes 13°–35°
  • 17° at night
  • 1 rainy day
  • 28 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in November

Great
  • 25° (feels like 22°) · extremes 9°–31°
  • 13° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 24 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in December

Great
  • 20° (feels like 16°) · extremes 4°–26°
  • 8° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 21 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Egyptian Pound EGP LE · Card payments · Cash preferred
Electricity
Type C / Type F
220 V · 50 Hz
Languages
Arabic
Tap water
Not safe to drink
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+20
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Tours & Activities

Riverside Hotel
Taxi · 8 min
North Sinai
2h
Walk · 6 min
Corner Café
45 min
Walk · 18 min
Riverside Hotel

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