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.
January in Zarzis sees daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F) at night. Pack a rain jacket because some rainfall is likely.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. March, April, May, June, July, September, October and November typically offer the best weather for Zarzis.
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51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Zarzis typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 17°C (63°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 10°C (50°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Zarzis spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 49 years of weather records for Zarzis, the following extremes were recorded between 1976 and 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Tunisia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Tunisia in January →
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).
Pleasant temperatures in January mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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