Best Time to Visit Tunisia
Tunisia is at its sunniest and driest in March–November.
The best time to visit Tunisia for sunny, dry weather is March–November — 9 months of the year match our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The drier half of the year covers April–October, while the wetter half runs through November–March. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 11.5°C / 52.7°F in January to 28°C / 82.4°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in (July) to 60 mm / 2.4 in (January). Tunisia's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Tunisia can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| March | 14.5°C58.1°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 17°C62.6°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 21°C69.8°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 25°C77°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| July | 28°C82.4°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 28°C82.4°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 25°C77°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| October | 21°C69.8°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 16°C60.8°F | 50 mm2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Tunisia?
The best time to visit Tunisia for sunny, dry weather is March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. The warmest month is July (28°C / 82.4°F country-wide average) and the driest is July (about 1 mm / 0 in). These months combine warmth with low rainfall based on long-term climate normals.
When is the rainy season in Tunisia?
The rainy season in Tunisia runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 40 mm / 1.6 in. The wettest single month is January, averaging 60 mm / 2.4 in.
What is the dry season in Tunisia?
The drier half of the year in Tunisia covers April–October, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 40 mm / 1.6 in. The driest single month is July with about 1 mm / 0 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Tunisia?
The least comfortable months for travel in Tunisia — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, November, December. These are Tunisia's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 60 mm / 2.4 in in January, and temperatures bottom out at 11.5°C / 52.7°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Tunisia?
Tunisia doesn't have a distinct shoulder season by our heuristics — its climate is either sunny-and-dry or clearly outside those bounds most of the year. Consider the July window (driest) or July window (warmest) as alternatives to peak season.