Weather in Tunis
What's the weather like in Tunis?
Tunis has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 16°C (61°F) in January to 35°C (95°F) in July, with overnight lows around 8°C (46°F) and 22°C (72°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Tunis are March through May, and October through November.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇹🇳 Tunisia
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Tunis
- Coordinates
- 36.806, 10.181
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C / 61°F | 8°C / 46°F | 29 mm | 14 | — |
| February | 17°C / 63°F | 8°C / 47°F | 36 mm | 11 | — |
| March | 19°C / 65°F | 10°C / 49°F | 59 mm | 16 | — |
| April | 22°C / 72°F | 12°C / 54°F | 39 mm | 12 | — |
| May | 26°C / 78°F | 15°C / 59°F | 43 mm | 11 | — |
| June | 32°C / 89°F | 20°C / 67°F | 16 mm | 6 | — |
| July | 35°C / 95°F | 22°C / 72°F | 1 mm | 2 | — |
| August | 34°C / 93°F | 23°C / 73°F | 17 mm | 6 | — |
| September | 31°C / 87°F | 21°C / 70°F | 34 mm | 12 | — |
| October | 26°C / 79°F | 17°C / 63°F | 47 mm | 12 | — |
| November | 21°C / 70°F | 13°C / 55°F | 43 mm | 15 | — |
| December | 17°C / 63°F | 10°C / 49°F | 42 mm | 12 | — |
Tunis by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Tunis?
The most comfortable months in Tunis are usually April, May, November, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Tunis?
July is typically the hottest month in Tunis, averaging a high of 35°C (95°F).
What is the coldest month in Tunis?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 8°C (46°F).
Does it snow in Tunis?
Snow is rare in Tunis; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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