Weather in Hammamet in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Hammamet and ranks 71st of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Tunisia it is 3rd of 3 (Tunisia in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Hammamet is 7.5°C warmer by day and 7.4°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Hammamet peaks at 15.4°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 18.8°C or more. Roughly 1 in 1000 days top 25°C. Nights average 9.4°C; one night in ten drops to 7.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 25.2°C (2010-02-28) and the coldest night 3.3°C (1999-02-01).

Rain in February

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 7 days with 1 mm or more, 38 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 1996 with 101 mm, the driest 1995 with 1 mm. Humidity averages 74%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 14.6°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.0°C to 15.2°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.7°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.7 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:06 and sets about 17:57 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 45%.

Is February a good time to visit Hammamet?

February 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.

Pleasant afternoons, but keep a jacket handy

The daytime average is 7.5°C warmer than London in February, so the difference should be noticeable without feeling like summer. Warmer days can reach 18.8°C or more, making a sunny afternoon the best opportunity to sit outside in lighter clothing. That is not the everyday expectation, though, and February sits towards the cool end of Hammamet's year. Pack layers rather than relying on shorts and T-shirts: a jumper and jacket will be useful once the sun goes down. The coldest nights can fall to 7°C or below, so bring something warm enough for an evening walk as well as comfortable daytime clothes.

Some sunshine, some rain - and a cold sea

There is useful daylight for getting outdoors, with about 5.8 hours of sunshine out of 10.7 hours of daylight, but do not expect clear skies throughout your stay. About 7 rainy days across February make a waterproof jacket and flexible outdoor plans sensible. Rain need not define the trip, yet a holiday built entirely around lying outside would be a gamble. The sea is the bigger limitation for beach plans: at 14.6°C, it is cold rather than merely refreshing. Treat time by the water as an opportunity for a walk or a sit in the sun, not as a dependable swimming holiday. This month suits travellers who value milder days more than beach heat.