May · Tunisia
Best time to visit Tunis in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tunis in May
Average temperature 21°C, 62 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 68% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.1/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 62 mm
- Humidity
- 68%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Tunis scores 9.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 21°C, 62 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tunis layers a medina, a French colonial grid and the ruins of Carthage on its doorstep.
May is one of the strongest months in Tunis (2nd)
At 21°C (69°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
Budget for roughly 62 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Tunis at 9.1/10 (2nd of 12), just behind April at 9.9/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tunis in May?
- In May, Tunis averages 21°C, 62 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.1/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Tunis?
- May earns a 9.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Tunis in May?
- Expect about 62 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 68% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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