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.
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Ariana.
Ariana, Tunisia, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 32°C (90°F) in August, while winters cool to 16°C (61°F) in January.
Rainfall is modest, totalling around 474 mm (19 in) annually. The city experiences a distinct dry season from May to August, with very warm summers and mild winters. February tends to be the wettest month. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 11.9 hours of daily sunshine.
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Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to moderate in Ariana. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 16°C (61°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 24°C (75°F) in August to around 10°C (50°F) during January.
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Ariana has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 474 mm (19 in) of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, February it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 62 mm (2.4 in) of precipitation, recorded across 11 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 2 mm (0.1 in) over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Ariana Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Ariana. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.9 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.8 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Ariana.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 77%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
April, May, June, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Ariana. In contrast, January and February tend to have less optimal conditions. Ariana has a distinct dry season from May to August, with very warm summers and mild winters.
Daytime highs range from 16°C (61°F) in January to 32°C (90°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 10°C (50°F) to 24°C (75°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 474 mm (19 in). February is the wettest month with 62 mm (2.4 in), while July is the driest with 2 mm (0.1 in).
Ariana receives around 2,818 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 357 hours, while January is the cloudiest with just 145 hours. Overall, Ariana enjoys abundant sunshine.
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