Temperatures in August
It's hot in August in Tunisia with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 40°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 25°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Tunisia in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Tunisia with hot temperatures, averaging around 38°C during the day and nights close to 25°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature drops to around 37°C, with nights close to 25°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Tunisia will be around 36°C, with nights close to 24°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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Precipitation in August
According to weather history, there is only 7,5 mm of precipitation in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average chance of precipitation is only 4% in August.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for Tunisia. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Tunisia in August |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
36°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
40°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
34°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
7,5 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
1 day | 10 days | |
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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.
Is August a good time to visit Tunisia?
August isn’t a good time to be in Tunisia. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a pleasant stay.
Temperature records for Tunisia in August
With 50°C, Tunisia hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 18°C to a high of 32°C.
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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.
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Daily Temperature in August in Tunisia
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Tunisia, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Tunisia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Tunisia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 1 day of rain in Tunisia.
Daily UV Index in August in Tunisia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Tunisia, 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.
Temperature in August in Tunisia Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Tunisia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Tunisia Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Tunisia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for Tunisia
Click on a specific day in August for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Tunisia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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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.
