Climate of Gafsa, Tunisia
Area-weighted average across Gafsa. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Gafsa, a subdivision of Tunisia, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 9.5°C / 49.1°F in January to 29.6°C / 85.3°F in July, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in to 22 mm / 0.9 in depending on the season (168 mm / 6.6 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9.5°C49.1°F | 19 mm0.7″ | — |
| February | 11.3°C52.3°F | 14 mm0.6″ | — |
| March | 14°C57.2°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 17.4°C63.3°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 22.2°C72°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 26.8°C80.2°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 29.6°C85.3°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 29.6°C85.3°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 25.6°C78.1°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| October | 20.5°C68.9°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 14.5°C58.1°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 10.4°C50.7°F | 18 mm0.7″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Gafsa?
The best months to visit Gafsa, Tunisia for sunny, dry weather are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 29.6°C / 85.3°F, and the driest is July with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Gafsa?
Gafsa, Tunisia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 9.5°C / 49.1°F in January to 29.6°C / 85.3°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 168 mm / 6.6 in, with the wettest month being March (22 mm / 0.9 in) and the driest July (2 mm / 0.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Gafsa?
The hottest month in Gafsa is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 29.6°C / 85.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Gafsa?
The coldest month in Gafsa is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 9.5°C / 49.1°F.
When does it rain most in Gafsa?
The wettest month in Gafsa is March, averaging about 22 mm / 0.9 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 2 mm / 0.1 in.