Climate of Tunis, Tunisia
Area-weighted average across Tunis. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Tunis, a subdivision of Tunisia, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 11.2°C / 52.2°F in January to 27.5°C / 81.5°F in August, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in to 69 mm / 2.7 in depending on the season (483 mm / 19 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 | 11.2°C52.2°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| February | 11.7°C53.1°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| March | 13.4°C56.1°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| April | 15.8°C60.4°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 19.7°C67.5°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 24°C75.2°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 27°C80.6°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 27.5°C81.5°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 24.8°C76.6°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 20.4°C68.7°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| November | 15.7°C60.3°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| December | 12.4°C54.3°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Tunis?
The best months to visit Tunis, Tunisia for sunny, dry weather are April, May, June, July, August, September. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 27.5°C / 81.5°F, and the driest is July with about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Tunis?
Tunis, Tunisia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 11.2°C / 52.2°F in January to 27.5°C / 81.5°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 483 mm / 19 in, with the wettest month being December (69 mm / 2.7 in) and the driest July (5 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Tunis?
The hottest month in Tunis is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.5°C / 81.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Tunis?
The coldest month in Tunis is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 11.2°C / 52.2°F.
When does it rain most in Tunis?
The wettest month in Tunis is December, averaging about 69 mm / 2.7 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 5 mm / 0.2 in.