Climate of Sfax, Tunisia
Area-weighted average across Sfax. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Sfax, a subdivision of Tunisia, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 11.1°C / 52°F in January to 27.7°C / 81.9°F in August, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in to 36 mm / 1.4 in depending on the season (226 mm / 8.9 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11.1°C52°F | 25 mm1″ | — |
| February | 12.3°C54.1°F | 21 mm0.8″ | — |
| March | 13.9°C57°F | 25 mm1″ | — |
| April | 16.6°C61.9°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 20.6°C69.1°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 24.1°C75.4°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 27.1°C80.8°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 27.7°C81.9°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 25°C77°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| October | 21.1°C70°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 16°C60.8°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 12.1°C53.8°F | 28 mm1.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Sfax?
The best months to visit Sfax, Tunisia for sunny, dry weather are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 27.7°C / 81.9°F, and the driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Sfax?
Sfax, Tunisia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 11.1°C / 52°F in January to 27.7°C / 81.9°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 226 mm / 8.9 in, with the wettest month being October (36 mm / 1.4 in) and the driest July (1 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Sfax?
The hottest month in Sfax is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.7°C / 81.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Sfax?
The coldest month in Sfax is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 11.1°C / 52°F.
When does it rain most in Sfax?
The wettest month in Sfax is October, averaging about 36 mm / 1.4 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in.