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El Hamma, Tunisia
Gabès Governorate · Tunisia
El Hamma is a mid-size city in Gabès Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 73,512. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
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About El Hamma
El Hamma is an oasis town located in the Gabès Governorate, 30 kilometers west of Gabès, Tunisia and near the eastern end of Chott el Fejej. Its population in 2014 was 73,512.
People
Climate
| Population | 73,512 |
| Population Density | 7,410 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 210 ft (64 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.8915°, 9.7963° |
| Timezone | Africa/Tunis |
| Country | 🇹🇳 Tunisia |
| State / Province | Gabès Governorate |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 6.5 inches (166 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Hamma
El Hamma is a mid-size city in Tunisia (Gabès Governorate) with a population of 73,512. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet (64 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.
Climate in El Hamma
El Hamma has an average annual temperature of 20.7°C (69°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.2°C), the coldest is Jan (12.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 187 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.9°F |
| 28% above Tunisia avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 324 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 210 ft (64 m) |
| Area | 9.9 sq mi (25.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,410/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8915°N, 9.7963°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Tunis |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 85°F (30°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 1.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.9 in |
El Hamma has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 53°F in January to 85°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 6.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.0") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in El Hamma
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lycée Mohamed Ali | — | — | — | — |
| École Primaire Chenchou | — | — | — | — |
| المدرسة الإعدادية صمباط | — | — | — | — |
| Collège El Ahd El Jadid | — | — | — | — |
| المدرسة الابتدائية ساحة الدغباجي | — | — | — | — |
| المدرسة الابتدائية 2 مارس 34 حي الرجراج | — | — | — | — |
| المدرسة الابتدائية الحامة الغربية | — | — | — | — |
| معهد صمباط | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in El Hamma
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| المكتبة العمومية بوذرف | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Hamma
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| السوق الأسبوعية | |||||
| سوق السبت بوذرف |
Cafes in El Hamma
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in El Hamma
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Hamma
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Hamma
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Hamma
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gabès Matmata International Airport | GAE | Medium Airport |
| Medenine Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around El Hamma
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
🇹🇳 About Tunisia
Public Holidays in Tunisia
8 public holidays this year
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What is the population of El Hamma?
El Hamma has a population of 73,512 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 7,410 people per square mile, spread across 9.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Hamma?
El Hamma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.5 inches.