The month in detail
What to expect in February
In February, Hammamet sees 17°C during the day with 6.7h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (14% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if May (8.7/10) remains theoretically better.
February ranks 5 out of 12 months in Hammamet. Compared to January: +0.6h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in February
UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
8°
Sea
15°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
10.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 31
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Is February the right month?
The best month in Hammamet is May (8.7/10), 1.2 pt higher than February.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Tunisia
🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyTunisian Dinar (DT)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.10°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 33°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 16°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMarch · 18%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Hammamet ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
TunisiaTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.7 → 5.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
36.40°N · 10.62°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Hammamet?
May is the best month with 25.0°C highs, 16.0°C lows, 8.6h of sunshine and 12.0% rainy days. The months of May & October offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Hammamet get in May?
Hammamet averages 8.6 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Hammamet?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Hammamet in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 16.0°C, while afternoon highs average 25.0°C.
Is Hammamet good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Hammamet scores 7.0/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 8.3/10.
When should you avoid Hammamet?
August is the most difficult month to visit Hammamet, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Hammamet in February?
In February, the sea averages 15°C in Hammamet: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Hammamet in February?
The average UV index reaches 4 in February in Hammamet (moderate), with about 10.7h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.