See the Sahara in Tunisia
The best time to visit the Sahara is more towards the winter. This means more bearable temperatures in south of Tunisia.
Gabès in August sees very high temperatures, with highs around 34°C (93°F) and overnight lows of 26°C (79°F). With just 2.4 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall on average, rain is rarely an issue.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Gabès. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Gabès typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 34°C (93°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Gabès spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Gabès from 1976 through 2026.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Hot weather in August means keeping cool is the priority. Loose-fitting clothes in natural fabrics work best. Pack plenty of shorts, tank tops, and breathable shirts. Don't forget a hat, swimwear, and comfortable sandals. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home. With water temperatures around 28°C (82°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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