TunisiaThe weather in May in Sousse
It's warm in May in Sousse with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 20°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Sousse. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Sousse, Tunisia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 41°C in 2020, Sousse reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 22°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Sousse is 22°C this month. Pleasant for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 14 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Sousse
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sousse. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Sousse | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 14 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 5 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Sousse with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 26°C, with nights around 18°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Sousse is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Sousse, Tunisia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Sousse
Temperature in May in Sousse over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Sousse, Tunisia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Sousse
Total precipitation in May in Sousse over the years
Daily UV index in May in Sousse
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Sousse, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Sousse by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sousse. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.