Tunisia weather in August
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 warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low. August is a summer month.
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Qulaybīyah at 29°C to very warm 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.
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. 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.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Tunisia?
Average weather in 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.
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Average weather in 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.
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Average weather in 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.
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Average weather in 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.
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Average weather in 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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