Kef Governorate Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kef Governorate, Tunisia in December.

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El Kef

Planning a trip to Kef Governorate, Tunisia this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Kef Governorate in December

Kef Governorate, Tunisia is a region in Tunisia. December in Kef Governorate generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in El Kef.

For specific regional insights in Kef Governorate, Tunisia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 41 mm (1.6 in) in El Kef.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In El Kef, you can expect around 148 hours of sunlight in December, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Kef Governorate in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Kef Governorate.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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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).

Popular Destinations in Kef Governorate

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Kef Governorate, Tunisia?

El Kef

In December El Kef generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
148 hours
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Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
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In our records: Tunisia December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Tunisia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in Tunisia dropped to -17°C (1°F) in Tataouine on December 5, 2025.

Kef Governorate weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kef Governorate, Tunisia in December?

Expect tolerable weather across Kef Governorate, Tunisia in December. The popular destination of El Kef averages 16°C (61°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Kef Governorate, Tunisia in December?

Average temperatures in Kef Governorate, Tunisia during December range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in El Kef.

Does Kef Governorate, Tunisia get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Kef Governorate, Tunisia. El Kef averages only about 41 mm (1.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Kef Governorate, Tunisia?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Kef Governorate, Tunisia with overall tolerable weather in El Kef. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, April, May, October and November provide perfect weather in El Kef. In contrast, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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