May weather forecast
Tunisia

May in Tunisia marks the transition from spring to the early onset of summer, with rapidly rising temperatures and a further decrease in rainfall. Coastal cities such as Tunis and Sousse experience average temperatures ranging from 18°C (64.4°F) to 23°C (73.4°F), offering warm yet comfortable conditions for beach activities. Rainfall in these regions becomes more infrequent, averaging between 20mm (0.79") to 30mm (1.18").

In the southern desert regions, encompassing towns like Tataouine and Douz, temperatures escalate more markedly, fluctuating between 22°C (71.6°F) and 32°C (89.6°F). Precipitation is virtually nonexistent in these areas, with May often experiencing less than 5mm (0.2") of rainfall.

In the northwestern mountainous areas, including Ain Draham, temperatures range from 15°C (59°F) to 22°C (71.6°F). Snowfall is extremely unlikely during this month. Interior regions such as Kairouan and Gafsa see temperatures from 20°C (68°F) to 30°C (86°F), clearly indicating the approach of summer heat.

When compared to April, May brings a significant rise in temperature across the country and further diminishes rainfall, particularly in the interior and southern regions. As we progress into June, these trends continue with temperatures climbing towards peak summer levels and rainfall becoming increasingly scarce.

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• Tunis - May »
  On the first day of May sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 19:08. In Tunis in May, the average water temperature is 17°C (62.6°F).
• Sfax - May »
  In Sfax in May, during 2 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sfax, in May, during 2 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Sousse - May »
  In Sousse, Tunisia, in May, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 15mm (0.59") of accumulated precipitation. In Sousse, in May, the average water temperature is 18.8°C (65.8°F).
• Bizerte - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Bizerte, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 19:34 CET. In Bizerte in May, during 6 rainfall days, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Gabes - May »
  On the first day of May in Gabes sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 19:03. In Gabes, in May, the average water temperature is 19°C (66.2°F).
• Ariana - May »
  On the first day of May in Ariana sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 19:08. In Ariana in May, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation.
• Gafsa - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Gafsa sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 19:31 CET. In Gafsa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 30 days and collects up to 194mm (7.64") of precipitation.
• Ben Arous - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Ben Arous, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 19:31 CET. On the last day of May, in Ben Arous, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 19:31 CET.
• Monastir - May »
  In Monastir in May, the average water temperature is 18.8°C (65.8°F). In Monastir in May, the average water temperature is 18.8°C (65.8°F).
• Tataouine - May »
  On the first day of May in Tataouine sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 19:00. On the first day of May in Tataouine, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 19:00.
• Beja - May »
  In Beja, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103 days and collects up to 626mm (24.65") of precipitation. In Beja, during May, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.
• Hammamet - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Hammamet, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 19:29 CET. In Hammamet, in May, the average water temperature is 18.5°C (65.3°F).