Sfax Weather in December

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

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Sfax Ouled Kacem

Thinking about venturing to Sfax, Tunisia this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Sfax in December

Sfax, Tunisia is a region in Tunisia. December in Sfax generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Sfax.

To explore the conditions in Sfax, Tunisia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Sfax with an average of 23 mm (0.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Ouled Kacem with 35 mm (1.4 in).

Explore Sfax by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sfax - and find the best time to visit. (based on Sfax)

January17°C (63°F) February18°C (64°F) March20°C (68°F) April22°C (72°F) May25°C (77°F) June29°C (84°F) July32°C (90°F) This monthAugust33°C (91°F) September30°C (86°F) October27°C (81°F) November23°C (73°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sfax in December

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Sfax

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Sfax, Tunisia?

Temperature range in Sfax (December)

Precipitation variation in Sfax (December)

Sfax

In December Sfax generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
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Ouled Kacem

In December Ouled Kacem generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
very good
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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.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Sfax in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sfax 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Ouled Kacem 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)

Sfax weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sfax, Tunisia in December?

In December, Sfax, Tunisia generally has excellent weather conditions. Sfax sees daytime temperatures near 19°C (66°F), with nights cooling to roughly 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Sfax, Tunisia in December?

Average temperatures in Sfax, Tunisia during December range from a nighttime low near 12°C (54°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Sfax.

Does Sfax, Tunisia get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Sfax, Tunisia. Sfax averages only about 23 mm (0.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Sfax, Tunisia?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Sfax, Tunisia. Typically, the climate in Sfax is excellent. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December provide excellent weather in Sfax. The weather in August, on the other hand, tends to be good.

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