What’s the climate like in Tunisia?
The current climate of Tunisia features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 37°C during the day to lows of 17°C. The average yearly temperature is around 27°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 7°C and in the warmer months around 24°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Tunisia in recent years was 50°C in August 2020. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 8°C in December 2014.
On average, Tunisia receives 308 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate of Tunisia is based on weather data from Tunis. Other spots, like Djerba, Hammamet or Sousse, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Tunisia for a full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Tunisia?
The best time to visit Tunisia for sunny weather is February through June and September through December. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Tunisia. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Tunisia
The climate table of Tunisia shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 17 | 18 | 20 | 23 | 28 | 34 | 37 | 36 | 32 | 28 | 22 | 19 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 7 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 17 | 21 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 18 | 13 | 10 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 17 | 46 | 39 | 21 | 9,5 | 1,0 | 0,4 | 7,5 | 30 | 49 | 46 | 41 |
| UV Index | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 4 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 27°C
- Highest temperature: 37°C in July
- Lowest temperature: 17°C in January
- Precipitation: 308 mm per year, averaging 26 mm per month
- Driest months: 0,4 mm in July, 1,0 mm in June and 7,5 mm in August
- Wettest months: 49 mm in October, 46 mm in February and 46 mm in November
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Average Temperature per Month in Tunisia
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Tunisia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Tunisia
This graph shows how much precipitation Tunisia gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Tunisia
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Tunisia. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Tunisia
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Tunisia. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Tunisia
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Tunisia over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Tunisia
The weather in Tunisia is rated an average of 4,1 out of 5 stars by 7 visitors. Have you been to Tunisia? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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The temperature hovers around 35 degrees, which is surprising, but good for those who like bright sunshine. Cooling is desirable. Dry and little wind, you have to consider.— This text is automatically translated to English
While some days were ideal for relaxing by the pool, unpredictable rain prevented other activities. Not ideal, but bearable.— This text is automatically translated to English
Most of the day saw warm but not too hot sunshine, with occasional welcome clouds. One day there was an unexpected rain shower, but generally the weather was pleasant.— This text is automatically translated to English
October is a great month for a holiday in Tunisia! The weather was mostly sunny, with temperatures around 25 degrees. One day it rained. Overall pleasant climate.— This text is automatically translated to English
This month was marked by clear skies and warm days. The average temperature was 25°C, which was ideal for outdoor activities without overheating. There were a few windy days here and there, but nothing ruined the holiday.— This text is automatically translated to English
The weather was great in early May, swimming outside, it cooled off a bit in the evening, but just wearing a cardigan was enough.— This text is automatically translated to English
the weather was nice, not too hot and not too cold, lovely temperatures. With a breeze.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Tunisia by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Tunisia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
