Kairouan Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kairouan, Kairouan, Tunisia. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Kairouan tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 287 mm (11 in) of rain per year. The city experiences a distinct dry season during certain months, contributing to seasonal contrasts shown in the charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Kairouan can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 40 mm (1.6 in) of precipitation over 4 rainy days.
In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 2.2 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day.
September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 38°C (100°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kairouan 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 July
Explore Kairouan's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Kairouan 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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Kairouan vs World: Rainfall Compared
Kairouan's average annual precipitation is 287 mm (11 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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.
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
- Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.
For more detailed information about Kairouan's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kairouan Climate page.
