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Saint Catherine, Egypt
South Sinai · Egypt
Saint Catherine is a small town in South Sinai, Egypt with a population of 4,603. Elevation: 5,203 ft (1,586 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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About Saint Catherine
Saint Catherine is a town located in the South Sinai Governorate of Egypt, situated at the foot of Mount Sinai. The city is the site of Saint Catherine's Monastery.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,603 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,203 ft (1,586 m) |
| Coordinates | 28.5619°, 33.9493° |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
| Country | 🇪🇬 Egypt |
| State / Province | South Sinai |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.7 inches (42 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Saint Catherine
Saint Catherine is a small town in Egypt (South Sinai) with a population of 4,603. The city sits at an elevation of 5,203 feet (1,586 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Cairo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.0°F |
| 15% above Egypt avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 333 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,203 ft (1,586 m) |
| Area | 279.7 sq mi (724.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.5619°N, 33.9493°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1995 | GULF OF ELAT-AQABA | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 88 km |
| 1969 | GULF OF SUEZ | Earthquake | — | 2 | 96 km |
| 1879 | GULF OF SUEZ | Earthquake | — | — | 105 km |
| 1068 | GULF OF AQABA | Earthquake | — | — | 143 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 0.2 in |
Saint Catherine has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 46°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 1.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.3") and June the driest (0.0").
Museums in Saint Catherine
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeology Exhibition | ||||
| Bronze Age House | ||||
| Monastery Exhibition | ||||
| Natural History Exhibition | ||||
| Protectorate Exhibition | ||||
| St Catherine Protectorate Visitor Center | ||||
| متحف دير القديسة كاترين |
Hotels in Saint Catherine
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Saint Catherine
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Saint Catherine
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Saint Catherine
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sharm El Sheikh International Airport | SSH | Large Airport |
| Saint Catherine International Airport | SKV | Medium Airport |
| Abu Rudeis Airport | AUE | Small Airport |
| At Tur Airport | ELT | Small Airport |
| Gabal El Zeit Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ras Shukeir Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiran Island Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Wadi Firan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint Catherine
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cave of St. John of the Ladder in Sinai | |
| Town's Mosque |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Egypt
7 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Saint Catherine?
Saint Catherine has a population of 4,603 residents and is located in Egypt. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 279.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Saint Catherine?
Saint Catherine enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.7 inches.