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Kairouan Weather in December
December in Kairouan sees daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F) at night. The excellent weather makes it a good time to visit.
Rainfall in Kairouan in December
Historically, the month has about 5 days of rain, averaging 24 mm (0.9 in) in total. Rain is scarce this month and when it does fall, it tends to be light. Unlikely to disrupt plans significantly.
Temperature in Kairouan in December
December tends to be one of the excellent months in Kairouan, with 20°C (68°F) in the afternoon and 8°C (46°F) overnight. The winter season takes place during December. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Kairouan Temperature in December
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
16%
Precipitation
24 mm (0.9 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Kairouan Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Kairouan typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 20°C (68°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 9°C (48°F).
Average temperatures in December
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 December
Historical weather records for Kairouan in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Kairouan spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Kairouan historical weather extremes in December
Based on weather observations in Kairouan between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
- The hottest December day on record in Kairouan reached 31°C (88°F) (December 30, 2009).
- The coldest December day was on December 31, 2014, with a maximum of 9°C (48°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to -1°C (30°F) on December 15, 1980, marking the coldest December night on record.
Best Places in Tunisia in December
Find out more about the weather in Tunisia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Tunisia in December →
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Kairouan in December
For Kairouan in December, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers.
What To Do in Kairouan in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping5/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Kairouan 3-Day Forecast
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