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.
Sidi Bou Saïd in September sees high temperatures, with highs around 28°C (82°F) and overnight lows of 22°C (72°F). Overall excellent conditions make it one of the better months to visit.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Sidi Bou Saïd typically drop from around 32°C (90°F) at the start of September to approximately 28°C (82°F) by the end. Nights are warm, with lows typically ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 22°C (72°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Sidi Bou Saïd spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Sidi Bou Saïd spans 2004 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.
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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).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Sidi Bou Saïd in September. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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