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Hammamet, Tunisia · Temperate oceanic

Hammamet in April: go or not?

Excellent time. Hammamet in April scores 8.0/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 36.40°N · 10.62°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Hammamet · April
8.0
13–21°
Temperature
19%
Rain
8h
Sun
🌊 Seaside☀️ Bright🍴 Gastronomy
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The month in detail

What to expect in April

Spring marks the start of the good season in Hammamet. Temperatures rise (21.0°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain risk remains low (19.0% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if May (8.6/10) remains theoretically better.

April ranks 3 out of 12 months in Hammamet. Compared to March: +5°F daytime, 7 pts fewer rainy days, +0.9h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in April

UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
10°
Sea
17°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
12.9h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 40
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Is April the right month?

The best month in Hammamet is May (8.6/10), 0.6 pt higher than April.

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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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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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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 trip.

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 ⓘ+1.99°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 91°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 61°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMarch · 26%

🏖️ Beach trip

📅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 77°F highs, 61°F 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 61°F, while afternoon highs average 77°F.
Is Hammamet good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Hammamet scores 7.0/10 on average — Acceptable 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 April?
In April, the sea averages 62°F in Hammamet: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Hammamet in April?
The average UV index reaches 7 in April in Hammamet (high), with about 12.9h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.