The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Hammamet. Temperatures rise (77°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain risk remains low (12% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
May is the best month of the year in Hammamet. Compared to April: +7°F daytime, +0.6h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
13°
Sea
19°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
13.9h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 40
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Is May the right month?
May is actually the best month of the year in Hammamet. Good timing.
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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 · 18%
🏖️ 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
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 77°F highs, 61°F 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 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 8.3/10.
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 May?
In May, the sea averages 66°F in Hammamet: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Hammamet in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Hammamet (high), with about 13.9h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.