Hammamet Weather in September 2026: what to expect (5.9/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in September

Autumn marks the end of peak season in Hammamet. Temperatures drop (30.0°C) and rain returns (17.0% of days). Rain risk remains low (17.0% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. May (8.6/10) is significantly better if possible.

September ranks 10 out of 12 months in Hammamet. Compared to August: −3°C daytime, 10 pts more rainy days, −1.4h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in September

UV index

6 · high

sunscreen and hat advised

Feels like

muggy at times

19°

Sea

26°C

warm, ideal

Daylight

12.2h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 34

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Is September the right month?

The best month in Hammamet is May (8.6/10), 2.7 pts higher than September.

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Context

Our verdict

Hammamet, beach resort in Tunisia on Cap Bon : 100,000 inhabitants south-east of Tunis. First modern beach resort in Tunisia (developed in the 1930s by European artistic circles, then 60s-90s tourist explosion).

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Practical info

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 · 26%

🏖️ 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

Tunisia

Temperate oceanic climate with a 8.6 → 5.7 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 18.0% 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 8.1/10.

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 8.1/10.

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 September?

In September, the sea averages 26°C in Hammamet: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.

Do you need sun protection in Hammamet in September?

The average UV index reaches 6 in September in Hammamet (high), with about 12.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.