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.
In Tunis, August brings very high daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), with nights cooling to 23°C (73°F). Minimal rainfall is to be expected.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Tunis. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Tunis typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 33°C (91°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°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 Tunis spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Tunis spans 1976 to 2026, 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 Tunis in August. 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. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. 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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