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Sfax Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Sfax.
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Climate overview of Sfax
Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 33°C (91°F) in August, while winters cool to 17°C (63°F) in January.
Rainfall is extremely rare, with only 201 mm (7.9 in) falling across the entire year.
Sfax Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sfax - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Sfax
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to moderate in Sfax. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C (91°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 17°C (63°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 26°C (79°F) in August to around 10°C (50°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Sfax
Sfax has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 201 mm (7.9 in) of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, September it receives low rainfall, averaging 29 mm (1.1 in) of precipitation, recorded across 2 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 0.3 mm (0.01 in) over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Sfax Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Sfax
For comfortable weather, consider visiting Sfax in February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December. Conditions are usually least favourable in August.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very good
Feb
excellent
Mar
excellent
Apr
excellent
May
excellent
Jun
excellent
Jul
very good
Aug
good
Sep
very good
Oct
excellent
Nov
excellent
Dec
excellent
- Best overall: February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Fewer rainy days: May, June, July, August and September
- Seasonal pattern: Very little rainfall year-round, with very warm summers and mild winters
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Sfax
What is the best time to visit Sfax?
February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Sfax. In contrast, August tends to have less optimal conditions. Sfax has very little rainfall year-round, with very warm summers and mild winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Sfax?
Daytime highs range from 17°C (63°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 10°C (50°F) to 26°C (79°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Sfax get?
Annual rainfall is around 201 mm (7.9 in). September is the wettest month with 29 mm (1.1 in), while July is the driest with 0.3 mm (0.01 in).
Sfax 3-Day Forecast
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