May · Tunisia
Best time to visit Sousse in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sousse in May
Average temperature 20°C, 42 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 70% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.5/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 42 mm
- Humidity
- 70%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Sousse scores 8.5/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 20°C, 42 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Sousse combines a Tunisian resort strip with a walled medina, a ribat and a sandy Mediterranean bay.
May in Sousse — one of the year's strongest windows (6th)
May averages 20°C (69°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Expect 42 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.9 daylight hours.
A 8.5/10 puts this among the year's best months in Sousse (6th of 12); only June scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? June scores 1.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sousse in May?
- In May, Sousse averages 20°C, 42 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Sousse?
- May earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sousse in May?
- Expect about 42 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 70% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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