El Kef Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in El Kef, Kef Governorate, Tunisia. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
El Kef typically sees modest rainfall throughout the year, with an average annual precipitation of 426 mm (17 in). The city experiences a distinct dry season during certain months, as illustrated in the graph below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
El Kef can be quite wet during April, receiving approximately 50 mm (2 in) of precipitation over 9 rainy days.
In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 7.3 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall, spread across 2 rainy days.April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). The city receives 225 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 37°C (99°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our El Kef Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in May
Explore El Kef's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for El Kef spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Tunisia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Tunisia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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El Kef vs World: Rainfall Compared
El Kef's average annual precipitation is 426 mm (17 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
- Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.
- The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about El Kef's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our El Kef Climate page.
