Tunisia

Tunisia Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tunisia in May.

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Planning a journey to Tunisia this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Tunisia in May

Tunisia has a wide variety of climate types. During May, you can expect temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Qulaybīyah at 21°C (70°F) and very warm in Tozeur at 34°C (93°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Tozeur and 18°C (64°F) in Qulaybīyah.

For specific regional insights in Tunisia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Douz with an average of 3.9 mm (0.2 in) to moderate rainfall in ‘Ayn ad Darāhim with 52 mm (2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Hammamet enjoys about 283 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Tunisia in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Tunisia

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Tunisia?

Temperature range in Tunisia (May)

Precipitation variation in Tunisia (May)

Hammamet

In May Hammamet generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
283 hours
310 hours
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
8.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Hammamet →

Tunis

In May Tunis generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
283 hours
310 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
26 mm (1 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
6 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Tunis →

Sousse

In May Sousse generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sousse →

Midoun

In May Midoun generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
265 hours
312 hours
323 hours
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Midoun →

Port El Kantaoui

In May Port El Kantaoui generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
6.6 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Port El Kantaoui →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Tunisia in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hammamet 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Tunis 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Sousse 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Midoun 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 4.6 mm (0.2 in)
Mahdia 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Tozeur 34°C (93°F) 21°C (70°F) 4.8 mm (0.2 in)

Tunisia weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tunisia in May?

May in Tunisia brings perfect weather. In Hammamet, daytime temperatures are typically around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows hover near 17°C (63°F).

What is the average temperature in Tunisia in May?

Daytime temperatures in Hammamet peak at roughly 24°C (75°F) in May, dropping to about 17°C (63°F) overnight.

Does Tunisia get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Tunisia during May, with Hammamet averaging close to 18 mm (0.7 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Tunisia?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Tunisia. Typically, the climate in Hammamet is perfect.

Generally speaking, April, May, June, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Hammamet. The weather in January and February, on the other hand, tends to be tolerable.

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