Weather in Tunisia in February

February climate overview

Daytime highs across Tunisia in February run from 15.4°C (Hammamet) to 17.4°C (Sousse). Even in Sousse only 3% of days reach 25°C. Nights average 8.4°C; the coldest 10% of nights in Hammamet fall to 7°C or below.

Rainfall in February

Expect around 6 rainy days (1 mm or more) in February, with Port El Kantaoui the driest (5 days) and Hammamet the wettest (7 days). The wettest February at Sousse between 1991 and 2020 was 1992 with 81 mm; the driest was 2020 with 1 mm.

Sea temperature

The sea averages 14.6°C around Tunisia in February - warmest at Sousse (14.6°C). That is cold for swimming without a wetsuit.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 10.7 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).

February against the rest of the year in Tunisia

February is the 11th warmest month of the twelve in Tunisia. It is 0.5°C warmer than January and 2.5°C warmer in March. The hottest month here is August (33°C) and the coolest January (16°C).

Which part of Tunisia in February?

• Most sunshine: Sousse, 6.3 h a day.
• Driest: Port El Kantaoui, about 5 rainy days.
• Warmest sea: Sousse, 15°C.
• Hottest: Sousse, 17°C by day.
• Coolest (better for walking and cities): Hammamet, 15°C.

What to pack for Tunisia in February

Based on the averages: proper layers and a jacket - daytime highs average only 17°C; a warm layer for evenings, when it drops to around 8°C; a light waterproof for the odd shower.

Similar weather elsewhere in February

Within 1.5°C of Tunisia's February daytime average: Seville (17°C), La Palma (17°C, sea 19°C), Madeira (17°C, sea 18°C), Costa de la Luz (17°C, sea 15°C), Albufeira (17°C, sea 15°C). See the full ranking for February.

Where to stay: Sousse and Port El Kantaoui have the edge

Sousse and Port El Kantaoui offer the strongest February weather of the destinations compared, with daytime averages of 17°C and 5 rainy days. There is no weather advantage between them in these figures, so either makes sense if mild afternoons are your priority. Hammamet averages 15°C by day and 7 rainy days, making it a less appealing choice if you want to spend much of your time outside. Its nights are slightly milder at 9°C, compared with 8°C elsewhere, but you will still want a warm layer after dark. Sea temperatures are 15°C throughout, so changing resort will not make swimming warmer.

Expect comfortable layers, not dependable beach heat

Tunisia's February daytime average of 17°C feels a clear step up from London's 8°C, but this is still a mild-weather break rather than a summer-style holiday. Average sunshine of 6.1 hours gives you scope for time outdoors, while 6 rainy days mean a waterproof jacket is sensible. Keep your plans flexible so you can use brighter spells for walks and sitting outside. A lighter layer may suit the warmer part of the day, with a jumper or jacket ready for cooler periods and evenings. The main catch is the sea: at 15°C, it is cold for a casual swim, even when the air feels pleasant.