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.
October is one of the excellent months to visit Sousse, with daytime temperatures of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F) at night. Do keep in mind it is the rainiest month of the year, with 47 mm (1.9 in) of rainfall on average.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, March, April, May, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for Sousse.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sousse - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Sousse typically drop from around 28°C (82°F) at the start of October to approximately 24°C (75°F) by the end. Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 16°C (61°F) to 20°C (68°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 Sousse spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 49 years of weather observations in Sousse between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded 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 weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in October. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. The water temperature sits at about 23°C (73°F), making it perfect for swimming and water activities. Don't forget to pack your favorite swimwear and perhaps some snorkel gear.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Water Temp
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