Tunis Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tunis, Tunisia in January.

Planning a journey to Tunis, Tunisia this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Tunis in January

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Tunis. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. However, even though January is the coolest month, you can still find places in Tunis, Tunisia with moderate temperatures, ensuring a pleasant experience throughout the year.

For a closer look at conditions across Tunis, Tunisia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tunis with an average of 54 mm (2.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Gammarth with 69 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Tunis, you can expect around 145 hours of sunlight in January, 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.

Explore Tunis by month

Best Places to Visit in Tunis in January

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

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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).

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Temperature range in Tunis (January)

Precipitation variation in Tunis (January)

Tunis

In January Tunis generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
145 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Gammarth

In January Gammarth generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
145 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

La Marsa

In January La Marsa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
145 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Sidi Bou Saïd

In January Sidi Bou Saïd generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
145 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Carthage

In January Carthage generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
145 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Tunis in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tunis 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Gammarth 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
La Marsa 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Sidi Bou Saïd 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Carthage 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)

Tunis weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tunis, Tunisia in January?

January in Tunis, Tunisia brings tolerable weather. In Tunis, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 9°C (48°F).

What is the average temperature in Tunis, Tunisia in January?

In Tunis, the average daytime high in January is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

Does Tunis, Tunisia get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Tunis, Tunisia. Tunis averages only about 54 mm (2.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Tunis, Tunisia?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Tunis, Tunisia due to the typically tolerable weather in Tunis.

Generally speaking, April, May, June, October and November provide perfect weather in Tunis. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, August and September tend to be tolerable.

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