Weather in Hammamet in December

How December compares

December is the 10th warmest month of the year in Hammamet and ranks 65th of 134 destinations we compare for December - see where else is hot in December. Within Tunisia it is 3rd of 3 (Tunisia in December). Against London's average high of 7.7°C in December, Hammamet is 8.7°C warmer by day and 8.6°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in December

The typical December day in Hammamet peaks at 16.4°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 19.1°C or more. Roughly 1 in 1000 days top 25°C. Nights average 11.3°C; one night in ten drops to 8.5°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest December day here reached 25.3°C (2010-12-09) and the coldest night 3.6°C (1992-12-30).

Rain in December

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 7 days with 1 mm or more, 40 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest December was 2003 with 109 mm, the driest 1994 with 6 mm. Humidity averages 73%.

Sea temperature in December

The sea averages 18.1°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 17.5°C to 18.6°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.7°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 9.5 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:22 and sets about 17:03 local time in mid-December. Average cloud cover is 46%.

Is December a good time to visit Hammamet?

December 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 for walking, less suited to sunbathing

December's temperatures make walking a more dependable plan than lying on the beach. The warmest days can reach around 19°C or more, but that is a pleasant bonus rather than the warmth to pack for. Bring light layers for daytime, plus a jumper and jacket for evenings. The coldest nights fall to around 9°C or below, so do not treat this as a summer wardrobe trip. Midday is the sensible time to aim for sitting outside, with an extra layer ready when it cools. This month suits travellers who prefer mild conditions to heat and do not mind changing plans when the weather feels less inviting.

Leave room for rain and shorter days

Expect about 7 rainy days during December, so an entirely dry stay is not something to count on. A light waterproof and shoes you can comfortably walk in when it is wet are sensible additions. There are about 5.1 hours of sunshine within 9.5 hours of daylight, giving you scope for outdoor time without promising clear skies throughout the day. Put weather-dependent plans into the brighter spells and keep indoor alternatives flexible. With limited daylight, avoid leaving your main walk until late afternoon. December works better if you enjoy making the most of a fair-weather window than if your holiday depends on reliably sunny days.