Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Tunisia for your holiday.
Climate Overview
7 °C to 33 °C
14 °C to 27 °C
0.04 – 2.64 in (0 – 9 Days of Rain)Average Annual Temperature is between 18.2 °C (Monastir) and 19.9 °C (Djerba)
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Geographical location
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Tunisia is the northernmost state in Africa and is only about 93 miles from the Italian island of Sicily. The country borders Algeria in the west and Libya in the southeast.
Tunisia’s coast stretches along the Mediterranean Sea, over the Gulf of Tunis, the Gulf of Hammamet to the popular island of Djerba on the Gulf of Gabès. In the north of the country is the capital Tunis. The landscape of Tunisia is divided into the fertile coastal strip of Sahel, limestone plateaus and steppes, as well as the highlands of the so-called Dorsale, in which the highest elevations of the country are located with Djebel Chambi (1544 metres) in the southwest and Djebel Zaghouan (1295 metres) in the north-east.
The coastal town of Nabeul and the Hammemet region are located in the north-east of the country. Further east we find the city of Monastir and with Sousse another popular destination. Tunisia covers an area of 102000 square miles and is home to some 11 million people. The official language is Arabic, but French is also widely spoken.
Climate in Tunisia
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The temperatures in Tunisia range between 7 °C and 33 °C, depending on the season. Precipitation is a somewhat decisive factor here, as it is very low throughout the country. There is no rainy season in Tunisia, the climate is particularly dry in summer.
But also in the other months of January, February, March as well as October, November and December, for example, very little rain falls on Djerba with precipitation between 20 and 1.57 in. Day temperatures are around 12 °C in winter, and from the end of April the thermometer will climb above 20 °C. The summer in Tunisia reaches values of 30 °C and more between June and September, also at night it remains very warm.
Best Time to Visit Tunisia: Overview
JanuaryJan TemperaturesTemp. up to 16 °C Water max. 16 °C | FebruaryFeb TemperaturesTemp. up to 18 °C Water max. 16 °C | MarchMar TemperaturesTemp. up to 21 °C Water max. 15 °C | AprilApr TemperaturesTemp. up to 22 °C | MayMay TemperaturesTemp. up to 26 °C | JuneJun Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Djerba |
JulyJul Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Djerba Tunis | AugustAug Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Djerba Tunis | SeptemberSep Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Djerba Tunis | OctoberOct Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Djerba Tunis | NovemberNov TemperaturesTemp. up to 21 °C | DecemberDec TemperaturesTemp. up to 17 °C |
When to visit Tunisia?
Most travellers go to Tunisia for a bathing holiday, which is why the dry and warm summer months are particularly pleasant. The best time to travel in Tunisia is between June and mid-October, especially July and August with 11 to 12 hours of sunshine per day and a pleasant water temperature of 25 °C to 26 °C.
Not only on the popular holiday island Djerba is high season at this time of course, caused by the sunny weather and the long summer holidays in most European countries. A good travel season for holidaymakers without school-age children is therefore also in the transition months such as June and September, as the hotels now lure with good offers.
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (Tunisia) in the following overview.| Location | Best Time to Travel |
|---|---|
| Djerba | June, July, August, September, and October |
| Tunis | July, August, September, and October |
| Monastir | June, July, August, September, and October |
Climate Charts Tunisia
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
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Djerba
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Tables Tunisia
In the following, you will find some climate tables for Tunisia, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Show climate table for
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Djerba (Tunisia)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 16° | 18° | 20° | 22° | 26° | 29° | 32° | 32° | 30° | 26° | 21° | 17° |
| Night Temperature | 9° | 9° | 11° | 13° | 16° | 20° | 22° | 23° | 22° | 18° | 14° | 10° |
| Water Temperature | 16° | 16° | 15° | 17° | 18° | 21° | 24° | 26° | 26° | 24° | 20° | 18° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 1.14 | 0.83 | 0.75 | 0.51 | 0.2 | 0.04 | 0.04 | 0.12 | 0.79 | 2.13 | 1.34 | 1.42 |
| Rainy days | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 7 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 7 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Djerba is 19.9 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: August (27.7 °C)
Coldest month: January (12.5 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Djerba is 26 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible):
all except January, February, and March
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
June, July, August, September, and October
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 9.29 inch on 32 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month in Djerba.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 12.1 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 8.8 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Tunis
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 16° | 17° | 18° | 21° | 25° | 29° | 33° | 33° | 30° | 25° | 21° | 17° |
| Night Temperature | 7° | 7° | 8° | 10° | 14° | 17° | 20° | 21° | 19° | 16° | 11° | 8° |
| Water Temperature | 15° | 14° | 14° | 15° | 17° | 20° | 24° | 25° | 24° | 22° | 19° | 16° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 2.32 | 2.24 | 1.85 | 1.5 | 0.91 | 0.39 | 0.12 | 0.28 | 1.3 | 2.6 | 2.2 | 2.64 |
| Rainy days | 9 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 8 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 5 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 5 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Tunis is 18.4 °C.Warmest month: August (26.8 °C)
Coldest month: January (11.5 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Tunis is 25 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible):
May, June, July, August, September, October, and November
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
July, August, September, and October
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 18.35 inch on 61 rainy daysThere is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month in Tunis.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 11.5 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 7.7 hours of sunshine per day on average.Highlights and Attractions
Besides relaxing on the beach, Tunisia also offers a whole range of activities and sights. Whether diving, snorkeling or paragliding, holiday-makers get their money’s worth when it comes to water sports. Desert safaris and camel tours are also popular excursions.
Among the most famous sights of the country are the Medina of Sousse, the National Museum of Bardo, the port of El-Kantaoui, the once pompous Roman city of Carthage, the impressive Ez-Zitouna Mosque and the Berber town of Matmata. Besides Djerba and Monastir, the largest tourist centres are the regions around Sousse, Tunis and Hammamet.
Popular Activities
Djerba: Pirate Ship Trip to Flamingo Island
Tours
from 27 $ »
Discover Flamingo Island on a pirate boat excursion from Djerba. Keep entertained with music and shows on board, sunbathe and swim on Flamingo Island, and enjoy lunch in a picturesque setting.
Tunis: Medina Guided Walking Tour
Tours
from 39 $ »
Explore the ancient city of Tunis on a 4-hour guided walking tour. Discover the shops, mosques, and monuments of the Old Medina. Shop at the souks and the Central Market of Tunis.
From Tunis: Half-Day Tour to Carthage and Sidi Bou Said
Tours
from 96 $ »
Enjoy a half-day tour from Tunis to discover the towns of Carthage and Sidi Bou Said. See Carthage National Museum and the city’s ancient ruins. Then relax in a stunning cliff top town as you take a leisurely stroll through winding cobbled streets.
More attractions
From Tunis: Kairouan, El Jem, & Sousse Day Trip with Lunch | From Djerba: Full-Day Ksar Ghilane Hot Spring and Villages | Djerba: Camel Ride Island Tour | Djerba: 1-Night Desert Tent Safari | Djerba: Half-Day Djerba Island Tour | Djerba: Lagoon Camel Ride Experience | Djerba: Half-Day Island Tour |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Djerba (Station El Mây)
few clouds, 16.9 °CClouds: 20 % Wind: 10 mph SO
Air Pressure: 1022 hPa Humidity: 42 %
Air Pressure: 1022 hPa Humidity: 42 %
Last updated: 7th Feb 2023, 12:44 pm
The next days …
| 8th Feb 2023 | 9th Feb 2023 | 10th Feb 2023 | 11th Feb 2023 | 12th Feb 2023 | 13th Feb 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 13 °C to 15 °C |  12 °C to 15 °C | 11 °C to 13 °C | 12 °C to 15 °C | 13 °C to 14 °C |  12 °C to 14 °C |
| 13 °C to 15 °C | 12 °C to 15 °C | 11 °C to 13 °C | 12 °C to 15 °C | 13 °C to 14 °C | 12 °C to 14 °C |
| Clouds: 66 % | Clouds: 10 % | Clouds: 96 % | Clouds: 76 % | Clouds: 83 % | Clouds: 28 % |
| No Precipitation | 0.04 in of rain | 0.09 in of rain | 0.46 in of rain | 0.24 in of rain | No Precipitation |
Weather information provided by OpenWeatherMap. (CC BY-SA)
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Important Regions and Cities
We have extended climate information for the following regions:Hottest Month
August: 33 °C
Day Temperature
August: 33 °CDay Temperature
Coldest Month
January: 7 °C
Night Temperature
January: 7 °CNight Temperature
Rainiest Month
December: 2.64 in
Rain
December: 2.64 inRain
Driest Month
June: 0.04 in
Rain in Djerba
June: 0.04 inRain in Djerba
Maximum Water Temperature
August: 27 °C
Water Temperature in Monastir
August: 27 °CWater Temperature in Monastir
Sunniest Month
July: 12.1 hours/day
Sunshine in Djerba
July: 12.1 hours/daySunshine in Djerba
Activities and Attractions
Djerba-Zarzis: Tataouine, Chenini and Ksar Hadada Day Tour
Tours
from 218 $ »
Tataouine & Chenini: Full-Day Guided Tour
Tours
from 92 $ »
Djerba Island: 3-Hour Quad Biking Excursion
Tours
from 92 $ »
Distances to Tunisia
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Djerba | 1340 mi | 4510 mi | 6710 mi |
| Tunis | 1140 mi | 4360 mi | 6530 mi |
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Tunisia: Experiences of our Visitors
Paradise for bathing and wellness holidays.
Very good price-performance ratio .
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Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good