Weather in August in Tunisia
Considering a trip to Tunisia this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Tunisia in August?
In August, Tunisia experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low. August is a summer month.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Qulaybīyah at 29°C to very hot in Tozeur at 41°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 28°C in Tozeur and 25°C in Qulaybīyah. In Tunisia, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Zarzis with an average of 1.2 mm to low rainfall in Tebessa with 22 mm.Average sunshine
The city Hammamet usually sees around 330 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Tunisia in August, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Tunisia climate page.
Where to go in Tunisia in August
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Tunisia?
Hammamet
In August Hammamet generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Tunis
In August Tunis generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Sousse
In August Sousse generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Midoun
In August Midoun generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Port El Kantaoui
In August Port El Kantaoui generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Tunisia?
We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Tunisia. Typically, the climate in Hammamet is perfect.
On average, the best time to visit Tunisia is in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Hammamet. On the other hand, the months of January and February tend to have tolerable weather conditions.
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