Mount Sinai, Egypt: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Mount Sinai, Egypt? If you're planning to go to Mount Sinai, I've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Mount Sinai
- Important essentials for Mount Sinai
- Activities for Mount Sinai
- Mount Sinai in January: weather and what to pack
- Mount Sinai in February: weather and what to pack
- Mount Sinai in March: weather and what to pack
- Mount Sinai in April: weather and what to pack
- Mount Sinai in May: weather and what to pack
- Mount Sinai in June: weather and what to pack
- Mount Sinai in July: weather and what to pack
- Mount Sinai in August: weather and what to pack
- Mount Sinai in September: weather and what to pack
- Mount Sinai in October: weather and what to pack
- Mount Sinai in November: weather and what to pack
- Mount Sinai in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Mount Sinai, Egypt
Based on the climate and weather in Mount Sinai, the best time to go is September. See below for details.
Important essentials for Mount Sinai, Egypt
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Mount Sinai, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly product.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can wear away. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection possible.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's wise to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good choice.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Emergency phone
For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Mount Sinai may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. This one works in most locations, but check with your hotel.
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For families with young children
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
What to wear/what to pack for Mount Sinai, Egypt by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you go to Mount Sinai in January, you will notice that it is cold. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
February
If you are traveling to Mount Sinai in February, you will notice that it is brisk. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
March
March in Mount Sinai dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Standard footwear
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Light and heavy skirts
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Pants or jeans
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Dresses
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Extra socks
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Light jacket or fleece
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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A rain coat to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We suggest:
April
If you are traveling to Mount Sinai in April, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Expect it to rain once in a while. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 50s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Pants or jeans
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Standard footwear
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Light and heavy skirts
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Extra socks
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Light jacket or fleece
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Dresses
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A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
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Rain pants
These are essential in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We like:
May
May in Mount Sinai dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Bug repellent
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
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A rain jacket to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We like:
June
Traveling to Mount Sinai in June, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Extra socks
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Light skirts
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Bug repellent
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Sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
July
If you are traveling to Mount Sinai in July, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Bug repellent
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
August
August here very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 70s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Extra socks
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sunscreen lotion
September
If you are traveling to Mount Sinai in September, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Extra socks
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion
October
If you go to Mount Sinai in October, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
November
November very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Activities for Mount Sinai, Egypt
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Mount Sinai.
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