AI-generatedNabeul at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Oct
- Warmest month
- Aug · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,710 h
- Rain a year
- 362 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Elevation
- 14 m
Climate in Nabeul
Nabeul has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 16 °C. With around 2,710 hours of sunshine a year, Nabeul is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Nabeul
The best time to visit Nabeul is from June to October. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from October to May. The wettest month is October with 53 mm of precipitation.
Nabeul through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Nabeul in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 19–25 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days in all
Nabeul in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 29–33 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.2 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days in all
Nabeul in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 21–29 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days in all
Nabeul in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 16–18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Oct – May
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: June – July, September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: June – October
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 21°
- Midday, 13:00: about 25°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 25°
- Evening, 20:00: about 22°
- Night, 23:00: about 20°
06:2317:42
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:07–06:58 · evening 17:08–17:58
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:57–06:07 · evening 17:58–18:08
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Nabeul compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 27° at the start of the month to 23° at the end. The sea cools from 25° to 23°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27° | 23° |
| Night-time low | 20° | 16° |
| Sea | 25° | 23° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Nabeul in October?
In October, Nabeul is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 23.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 53 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Nabeul.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 19 min06:23 – 17:42
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 10 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 22 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 41 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+1offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %99 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %57 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %81 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Light, breathable clothes
Compare two months in Nabeul
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Nabeul: score 95 against 87. In July, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in July. July has 7 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 87 | 95better |
| Daytime high | 26° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 22° |
| Sea | 23.9° | 25.5° |
| Sunshine | 6.4 h | 10.8 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 7 | 0better |
| Rainfall | 53 mm | 0 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 10better | 23 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Nabeul month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
22January16° · Sea 16° · 4.8 h
In January, Nabeul is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 42 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Nabeul.
Nabeul in January26February17° · Sea 15° · 5.9 h
In February, Nabeul is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 37 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Nabeul.
Nabeul in February29March19° · Sea 15° · 6.7 h
In March, Nabeul is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 40 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Nabeul.
Nabeul in March44April21° · Sea 16° · 7.6 h
In April, Nabeul is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 16.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 30 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Nabeul.
Nabeul in April78May25° · Sea 19° · 8.8 h
In May, Nabeul is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 18.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 16 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Nabeul.
Nabeul in May94June29° · Sea 22° · 10.1 h
In June, Nabeul is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Nabeul.
Nabeul in June95July32° · Sea 26° · 10.8 h
In July, Nabeul is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Nabeul.
Nabeul in July92August33° · Sea 27° · 9.8 h
In August, Nabeul is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Nabeul.
Nabeul in August94September29° · Sea 26° · 7.5 h
In September, Nabeul is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 37 mm in total. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Nabeul.
Nabeul in September87October26° · Sea 24° · 6.4 h
In October, Nabeul is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 23.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 53 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Nabeul.
Nabeul in October51November21° · Sea 21° · 5.4 h
In November, Nabeul is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 21.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 48 mm. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Nabeul.
Nabeul in November26December18° · Sea 18° · 5.0 h
In December, Nabeul is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 18.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 47 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Nabeul.
Nabeul in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Nabeul
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 18°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 10 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (9°), the warmest in August (23°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and in October. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 89 days a year, mostly from July to September.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 22 | 16° | 9° | 16.0° | 4.8 h | 7 | 42 |
| FebruaryFeb | 26 | 17° | 9° | 14.9° | 5.9 h | 7 | 37 |
| MarchMar | 29 | 19° | 11° | 15.0° | 6.7 h | 6 | 40 |
| AprilApr | 44 | 21° | 13° | 16.3° | 7.6 h | 6 | 30 |
| MayMay | 78 | 25° | 16° | 18.8° | 8.8 h | 3 | 16 |
| JuneJun | 94 | 29° | 20° | 22.2° | 10.1 h | 2 | 7 |
| JulyJul | 95 | 32° | 22° | 25.5° | 10.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 92 | 33° | 23° | 26.9° | 9.8 h | 1 | 5 |
| SeptemberSep | 94 | 29° | 21° | 26.1° | 7.5 h | 5 | 37 |
| OctoberOct | 87 | 26° | 18° | 23.9° | 6.4 h | 7 | 53 |
| NovemberNov | 51 | 21° | 14° | 21.2° | 5.4 h | 7 | 48 |
| DecemberDec | 26 | 18° | 11° | 18.2° | 5.0 h | 8 | 47 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
36.46° N, 10.74° E · 14 m · Africa/Tunis
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Nabeul
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 22.9 – 24.9 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Nov
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Nabeul ranges from 14.9 °C in February to 26.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
From November to December the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 26.0 and 27.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 16.0° | 15.4° | 17.0° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.9° | 14.2° | 15.8° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.0° | 14.5° | 15.8° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.3° | 15.8° | 16.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.8° | 18.0° | 19.5° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.2° | 21.4° | 23.3° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.5° | 24.5° | 26.9° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.9° | 26.0° | 27.8° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 26.1° | 25.3° | 27.1° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 23.9° | 22.9° | 24.9° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 21.2° | 20.3° | 22.0° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 18.2° | 17.4° | 19.2° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Nabeul
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.4 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Nabeul, 57 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Nabeul: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Nabeul has about 7 rainy days with 53 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Nabeul
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 5 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 25 min
- Fair skin
- about 35 min
- Light brown skin
- about 50 min
- Olive skin
- about 60 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Nabeul
How breezy and how cloudy Nabeul is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Nabeul typically peaks at 22 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: all year except Aug.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 41 % of the sky over Nabeul: mostly sunny, with about 6.4 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Nabeul
How often the day gets hot in Nabeul (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Nabeul has about 1 hot day, with an average daytime high of 26 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Nabeul
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Nabeul in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Nabeul has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 24).
- 40
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 81
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 93
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 10.2 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 87
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 24
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.9 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 45 min
- Distance
- 1,890 km
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Tunisia
- Currency
- Tunisian Dinar (TND)
- Language
- Arabic
- Sockets
- Type C, E · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +216
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Nabeul vs Hammamet
In October the holiday weather in Nabeul and Hammamet is about equally good (score 87 vs 87). During the day it is about as warm in Hammamet as in Nabeul. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Nabeul | Hammamet |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 87 | 87 |
| Daytime high | 26° | 26° |
| Sea | 24° | 24° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 7 | 7 |
| Best time | Jun – Oct | Jun – Oct |
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Frequently asked questions about Nabeul
When is the best time to visit Nabeul?
The best time to visit Nabeul is from June to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Nabeul?
The sea temperature in Nabeul ranges from 14.9 °C in February to 26.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
Can you swim in Nabeul in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 23.9 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Nabeul?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 16 °C.
When does it rain most in Nabeul?
The wettest month is October with 53 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 0 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Nabeul get?
Nabeul gets around 2,710 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.8 hours a day; in January there are 4.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Nabeul in?
Nabeul is on UTC+1 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Nabeul?
A nonstop flight from London to Nabeul takes about 2 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,890 km.
Which school holidays are best for Nabeul?
Nabeul has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 24). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 40, May half-term 81, summer holidays 93, October half-term 87, Christmas holidays 24.