Weather in Hammamet in April

How April compares

April is the 8th warmest month of the year in Hammamet and ranks 72nd of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Within Tunisia it is 3rd of 3 (Tunisia in April). Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Hammamet is 6.3°C warmer by day and 7.7°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Hammamet peaks at 19.8°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 22.8°C or more. Roughly 1 in 43 days top 25°C and 1 in 1000 pass 30°C. Nights average 12.8°C; one night in ten drops to 10.4°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day here reached 32.1°C (2006-04-10) and the coldest night 6.7°C (2019-04-07).

Rain in April

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 7 days with 1 mm or more, 37 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2009 with 120 mm, the driest 2015 with 1 mm. Humidity averages 73%.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 15.9°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 15.3°C to 16.7°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.7°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 7.2 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.9 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 05:44 and sets about 18:51 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 44%.

Is April a good time to visit Hammamet?

April is not the strongest month here: mild days. The best months for Hammamet on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Comfortable afternoons, but keep a layer handy

Hammamet in April suits travellers who prefer being outdoors without strong heat. A typical afternoon can work well for a walk or sitting outside, but the average high is not a promise of warmth throughout the day. Only 2% of days reach 25°C, so this is not a reliable choice for hot-weather lounging. Bring light clothes for warmer spells, along with a jumper or jacket for evenings. The coldest nights can fall to around 10°C or below, making an extra layer useful if you plan to stay out after dark. Even at midday, dress for the conditions rather than assuming summer weather.

Enough sunshine to enjoy, with rain to plan around

There is about 7.2 hours of sunshine a day within 12.9 hours of daylight, leaving plenty of time for outdoor plans without suggesting clear skies all day. Rain falls on about 7 days during April, so a light waterproof is a sensible addition to your bag. Keep outdoor plans movable and have something indoors in mind for wet spells. A rainy day does not necessarily mean a whole day lost, but neither should you expect every afternoon to be dry. This balance suits a flexible break better than a trip whose success depends on spending every day lying in the sun.

Beach time is more appealing than sea swimming

The sea is the clearest reason to think carefully before booking April for a swimming holiday. Its average temperature is 15.9°C, with a year-to-year range of 15°C to 17°C, so even a relatively warm April leaves the water cold. A sunny afternoon may make time by the shore appealing, but it will not make a long swim comfortable for most people. If swimming matters to your trip, check that your accommodation has a heated pool rather than assuming an outdoor pool will feel warm. April makes more sense for coastal walks and time outdoors than for a holiday centred on the water.