Gafsa Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Gafsa, Gafsa Governorate, Tunisia, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 38°C (100°F) in July, while winters cool to 16°C (61°F) in January.
With just 148 mm (5.8 in) of annual rainfall, the city has a dry, desert-like climate. The sunniest month is July, with 11.8 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Gafsa
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very hot to moderate in Gafsa. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 38°C (100°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 16°C (61°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 25°C (77°F) in July to 5°C (41°F) in January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Gafsa
Gafsa has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 148 mm (5.8 in) of rainfall annually. Gafsa can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 19 mm (0.7 in) of precipitation over 4 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 2.1 mm (0.1 in) of precipitation spread across a single rainy day days. For more details, please visit our Gafsa Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Gafsa
Gafsa can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 11.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in January, with only 6.8 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Gafsa by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Gafsa.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 67%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 43%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Gafsa 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Gafsa
Gafsa experiences very dry conditions with clear, sunny skies during March, April, October and November, when temperatures range from 21°C (70°F) to 28°C (82°F). These months offer the most pleasant conditions for exploring the area, with virtually no rainfall.The consistently dry weather means you can step outside without worrying about rain, though remember to carry water and sun protection. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
