Best time to go to Tunisia for a perfect weather and where to go?

Where and when to go based on the weather?

Best time to travel to Tunisia by cities

Best time to go to Tunis

Best time to go to Houmt El Souk

Best time to go to Hammamet

Best time to go to Monastir

Best time to go to Sfax

Best time to go to Bizerte

Best time to go to Carthage

Best time to go to Gabès

Best time to go to Gammarth

Best time to go to Hammam Lif

Best time to go to Kebili

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Best time to go to Nabeul

Best time to go to Soussa

Best time to go to Tatouine

Best time to go to Tozeur

Climate and Weather in Tunisia

Located in North Africa, between Algeria and Libya, the country is very stretched from north to south. As a result, the climate in Tunisia is of three types:

• Mediterranean with hot summers in the north, in the region of Tunis, Bizerte, Hammamet, and Nabeul.
• Semi-arid steppe, dry and hot in areas like Monastir, Sousse, Zarzis, or Sfax.
• Arid desert, hot and dry in Tozeur, in the Sahara.

In general, temperatures are higher in the south than in the north, but the weather in Tunisia is pleasant throughout the country. It varies according to regions, relief, and seasons:

• In spring, the sun shines everywhere, with some rain along the Mediterranean Basin.
• In summer, the atmosphere is hot and dry, and some areas in the south of the country can experience extreme temperatures, often exceeding 40°C in the Sahara.
• Autumn is very pleasant in Tunisia. In October, summer lingers, but in November the weather deteriorates with numerous showers.
• Winter is cool and more humid, especially in January and February. It can even snow in the mountains.

Climate in Djerba and on the central coast of Tunisia

It is no coincidence that the coastal regions are very touristic: they benefit from pleasant weather and are suitable for visiting all year round. Regardless of the season, one can enjoy mild and not overwhelming temperatures, even in the middle of summer, in July and August. Autumn is also an interesting season as it is possible to swim on the Tunisian coast until October, before the cooler season arrives in November.

In Djerba and around Sfax, the semi-arid steppe climate, dry and hot, offers beautiful sunny days. In summer, temperatures range between 28 and 30°C, with water around 27°C. In winter, in January and February, it generally stays above 15°C, while the transitional seasons are perfect for a stay, especially in June and from September to November, with temperatures around 25°C.

Towards Gabès, the climate is more desertic and temperatures are higher, yet remaining reasonable as even in the peak of summer it rarely exceeds 35°C. This is an advantage during other seasons, as daytime temperatures hover around 17°C in January, 21°C in March, and 23°C in November.

Climate in northern Tunisia

Overall, the climate of this region of Tunisia is Mediterranean with hot summers. It can be said that the seasons are more pronounced there than elsewhere in the country, except when heading south, towards Monastir, which benefits from a dry and hot steppe climate.

In summer, from June to September, sea breezes from the Mediterranean offer a beneficial mildness that allows enjoying the beauty of the landscapes, especially around Tunis. It generally reaches around 33°C, but evenings and nights are milder, with temperatures close to 27°C. At this time, precipitation is almost non-existent, making it a good time to enjoy the sea, with water temperatures around 25°C.

Spring and autumn are relatively rainy, especially in February, March, and October. Nevertheless, beautiful days are frequent and the weather is always pleasant. For example, in November, temperatures generally exceed 20°C and it is still possible to swim.

Winter is harsher, but still nothing like European weather. In the capital, Tunis, it mostly stays above 15°C at the hottest part of the day.

Climate in the Sahara

While the interior of Tunisia has some beautiful tourist sites to discover, it is a region that is not very popular with tourists due to its harsh climate. Indeed, as soon as summer arrives, the heat quickly becomes unbearable, with temperatures sometimes rising up to 50°C... in the shade! Furthermore, this part of Tunisia, like its Algerian neighbor, suffers from severe drought, and rain cannot be relied upon to cool the atmosphere.

Milder than the area near Tozeur, southern Tunisia benefits from the presence of oases, such as near Kebili, which make temperatures more pleasant. However, while the weather is particularly mild in spring, it should be noted that nights are quite cold in this part of the country, close to the desert. Sandstorms sweeping through this area are also not uncommon, making walks or other outings difficult.

In winter, especially in January, it is cold and the climate is not favorable for exploring this part of Tunisia. While daytime temperatures can reach around 15°C, at night the thermometer drops to an average of 7°C. It is therefore ideal to plan a stay during the transitional seasons: from March to May and from September to November.

Temperatures and rainfall in Tunisia

On these 3 graphs, we present the evolution of temperatures of Tunisia and month-by-month rainfall for the cities of Tunis, Houmt El Souk, Hammamet, Monastir and Sfax, as well as the month-by-month sea temperature for coastal cities.

Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Tunisia

Find out when Tunisia has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Tunisia

The months with low numbers of tourists are: January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December. The number of visitors to Tunisia is high in: July and August.

• Very low season in Tunisia: January, February, March, June and November.
• Low season in Tunisia: April, May, September, October and December.
• High season in Tunisia: July.
• Peak season in Tunisia: August.

Figure: Visitor index for Tunisia month by month

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Where to go in Tunisia?

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