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Gafsa weather in May (Gafsa Governorate, Tunisia)

How is May weather typically in Gafsa? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Gafsa during May, which means very high temperatures and low rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 31°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 17°C. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Gafsa in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 9.4 mm for the month. Typically around 4 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 308 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. February, March, April, May, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Gafsa climate page with graphs.

 

Gafsa, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 12%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 9.4 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 52%  
SunshineSunshine 308 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Tunisia in May

Find out more about the weather in Tunisia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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