See the Sahara in Tunisia
The best time to visit the Sahara is more towards the winter. This means more bearable temperatures in south of Tunisia.
January in Qulaybīyah typically sees daytime highs of 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows of 13°C (55°F). Rainfall is also possible this month, so it's worth packing an umbrella. It falls within the winter season.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Qulaybīyah. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Qulaybīyah typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 16°C (61°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 9°C (48°F).
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Qulaybīyah spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Qulaybīyah between 2000 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
Find out more about the weather in Tunisia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Tunisia in January →
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).
The weather can be unpredictable in January, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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