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 Tunis.
Tunis, Tunis, Tunisia, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 33°C (91°F) and January dropping to 17°C (63°F).
Rainfall is modest, totalling around 454 mm (18 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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Visitors to Tunis can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. 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 23°C (73°F) in August to around 9°C (48°F) during January.
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Tunis typically sees modest rainfall throughout the year, with an average annual precipitation of 454 mm (18 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, February it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 59 mm (2.3 in) of precipitation, recorded across 10 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 2.1 mm (0.1 in) over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Tunis Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Tunis. 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 Tunis.
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, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Tunis. In contrast, January, February, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions. Tunis has a distinct dry season from May to August, with very warm summers and mild winters.
Daytime highs range from 17°C (63°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 9°C (48°F) to 23°C (73°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 454 mm (18 in). February is the wettest month with 59 mm (2.3 in), while July is the driest with 2.1 mm (0.1 in).
Tunis 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, Tunis enjoys abundant sunshine.
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