Hammamet is Tunisia’s original beach resort, set on the Cap Bon peninsula about an hour south-east of Tunis. It has a hot, dry summer and a noticeably wetter winter than the resorts further south, which matters if you are choosing between Hammamet, Sousse and Djerba. This page gives approximate month-by-month weather for Hammamet, including sea temperature, rain days and daily sunshine, so you can pick dates with realistic expectations.
Hammamet Weather by Month
Approximate monthly averages for Hammamet, compiled from long-term climate averages published by Weather2Travel (rounded to whole degrees and millimetres) and cross-checked against Tunisia’s national meteorological institute, the Institut National de la Météorologie. Individual years vary, so treat every figure as approximately typical rather than guaranteed. Sunshine is average hours per day; click a month for our full country guide.
| Month | High | Low | Sea | Rain days | Rainfall | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C | 8°C | 16°C | 10 | 52 mm | 5 h |
| February | 17°C | 7°C | 15°C | 8 | 47 mm | 6 h |
| March | 18°C | 9°C | 15°C | 9 | 42 mm | 7 h |
| April | 20°C | 11°C | 16°C | 8 | 35 mm | 8 h |
| May | 24°C | 14°C | 18°C | 6 | 20 mm | 9 h |
| June | 28°C | 18°C | 22°C | 3 | 10 mm | 10 h |
| July | 32°C | 21°C | 25°C | 1 | 4 mm | 11 h |
| August | 32°C | 22°C | 26°C | 2 | 10 mm | 11 h |
| September | 29°C | 20°C | 26°C | 4 | 36 mm | 9 h |
| October | 25°C | 17°C | 24°C | 7 | 62 mm | 7 h |
| November | 20°C | 12°C | 21°C | 8 | 50 mm | 6 h |
| December | 17°C | 9°C | 18°C | 10 | 60 mm | 5 h |
In short: July is the warmest month (about 32°C by day), January the coolest (about 15°C by day and 7°C at night at the coldest), October the wettest (about 62 mm) and July the driest (about 4 mm). The sea is warmest in August at approximately 26°C.
How Hammamet’s weather differs from the rest of the coast
Hammamet is closer to Tunis than to Sousse, and the numbers show it. Winter highs sit around 15-17°C with lows of 7-9°C, and January averages roughly 10 rain days, compared with about 7 in Sousse and only 4 in Djerba. Summer is just as hot as elsewhere: July and August highs are around 32°C, with lows of 21-22°C. The Cap Bon peninsula gets a steady sea breeze in the afternoons, which makes the heat feel easier to handle than it does inland.
Sea temperature in Hammamet
The Gulf of Hammamet is shallow and warms steadily. Expect approximately 15-16°C from January to April, about 18°C in May, 22°C in June and 25-26°C from July to September. October is still around 24°C, which is why many visitors prefer the first half of October to August. Outside June to October the sea is too cold for most people, although hotel pools are often heated in winter. Our best beaches in Tunisia guide compares the sand and water quality across the coast.
Rain, wind and shoulder seasons
Autumn is the wet season on this coast. October brings approximately 62 mm of rain over about 7 days, and December is similar at around 60 mm. Spring is more settled: April has around 8 rain days but only about 35 mm, and May drops to 20 mm. Rain usually arrives as showers or short thunderstorms rather than all-day drizzle, so even a wet week usually includes several dry afternoons. Wind can be a factor in winter, when the sea turns choppy and temperatures feel cooler than the table suggests.
Best Time to Visit Hammamet by Trip Type
- Beach holiday: June, September and the first half of October: warm sea, little rain and fewer people than July and August.
- Sightseeing: April and May: highs of 20-24°C and low rainfall, good for the medina, Nabeul pottery markets and day trips.
- Winter sun: Weaker value: expect cool, changeable weather and a cold sea, but hotel rates are low.
- Avoid if you dislike heat: Late July and August, when highs reach 32°C and the beach is at its busiest.
For the full picture across the country, see our best time to visit Tunisia guide.
What to Pack for Hammamet
Summer: light clothes, sun hat, reef shoes for rocky entries and a light layer for breezy evenings. Autumn and winter: a waterproof jacket, an umbrella and long trousers; evenings can feel cold on the seafront.
Compare Hammamet With Nearby Places
Yasmine Hammamet, the purpose-built resort strip to the south, has the same weather; see Yasmine Hammamet. Compare with Sousse weather, which is slightly drier in autumn, and Djerba weather, which is milder in winter.
Plan Your Stay in Hammamet
Once you have picked your dates, read the Hammamet destination guide for neighbourhoods, sights and practical details, browse the where to stay in Hammamet for where to sleep, and see things to do in Hammamet for activities. Related reading: Hammamet vs Djerba vs Sousse, Tabarka vs Hammamet, Yasmine Hammamet. Book a Hammamet tour on a cooler or showery day to make the most of the weather.