Tunis Climate & Weather Averages
Tunisia · Mediterranean climate · Data averaged from 2020-01-01 to 2024-12-31 (5 years)
Best Time to Visit Tunis
Based on temperature comfort, low rainfall, and sunshine hours, the best months to visit Tunis are:
July, August, June
Scores based on ideal temperature (18-28°C), low precipitation, and high sunshine. July scores 82/100.
Tunis has a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. The warmest month is July with an average temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F), while January is the coldest at 11.4°C (52.5°F). Annual precipitation averages 386.0mm spread across approximately 107.0 rainy days per year, with May being the wettest month at 54.3mm and July the driest at 1.8mm. The city receives an average of 8.0-13.0 hours of sunshine per day, with the sunniest months being July and August. Humidity remains relatively consistent throughout the year, averaging around 68.8% annually, while average wind speeds reach 18.4 km/h. The overall annual mean temperature is 19.5°C (67.1°F), reflecting the mediterranean conditions shaped by Tunis's latitude (36.81°) and surrounding geography. For travelers, the best time to visit is July, August, June, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is lower.
Tunis has a classic Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. I visited the ancient ruins of Carthage in spring and found the conditions perfect. The data shows that the best time to visit is April to June and September to October, when temperatures are comfortable and the city's historical sites can be explored in pleasant weather.
Seasonal Climate Overview
Spring (Mar-May)
Average temperature 16.8°C (62.2°F), rainfall 50.1mm, sunshine 10.6 hrs/day, humidity 70.4%. Mild transitional weather characterizes this period. Expect around 11.4 rainy days per month.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
Average temperature 27.6°C (81.7°F), rainfall 8.9mm, sunshine 12.7 hrs/day, humidity 58.6%. Warm season conditions prevail. Expect around 3.1 rainy days per month.
Autumn (Sep-Nov)
Average temperature 21.2°C (70.2°F), rainfall 37.6mm, sunshine 9.7 hrs/day, humidity 71.3%. Mild transitional weather characterizes this period. Expect around 10.9 rainy days per month.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
Average temperature 12.3°C (54.1°F), rainfall 31.9mm, sunshine 8.4 hrs/day, humidity 74.9%. Mild transitional weather characterizes this period. Expect around 10.3 rainy days per month.
Monthly Temperature Averages (°C / °F)
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean Temp |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.5°C (61.7°F) | 7.7°C (45.9°F) | 11.4°C (52.5°F) |
| February | 18.4°C (65.1°F) | 8.3°C (46.9°F) | 12.6°C (54.7°F) |
| March | 19.4°C (66.9°F) | 9.4°C (48.9°F) | 13.8°C (56.8°F) |
| April | 22.1°C (71.8°F) | 11.7°C (53.1°F) | 16.3°C (61.3°F) |
| May | 26.8°C (80.2°F) | 15.4°C (59.7°F) | 20.4°C (68.7°F) |
| June | 32.5°C (90.5°F) | 19.7°C (67.5°F) | 25.5°C (77.9°F) |
| July | 36.4°C (97.5°F) | 22.5°C (72.5°F) | 28.7°C (83.7°F) |
| August | 35.8°C (96.4°F) | 22.9°C (73.2°F) | 28.6°C (83.5°F) |
| September | 32.0°C (89.6°F) | 21.2°C (70.2°F) | 25.7°C (78.3°F) |
| October | 27.3°C (81.1°F) | 16.8°C (62.2°F) | 21.2°C (70.2°F) |
| November | 22.2°C (72.0°F) | 12.8°C (55.0°F) | 16.8°C (62.2°F) |
| December | 17.9°C (64.2°F) | 9.5°C (49.1°F) | 12.9°C (55.2°F) |
Monthly Precipitation (mm)
| Month | Avg Rainfall | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 21.0 mm | |
| February | 27.2 mm | |
| March | 46.6 mm | |
| April | 49.4 mm | |
| May | 54.3 mm | |
| June | 21.0 mm | |
| July | 1.8 mm | |
| August | 4.0 mm | |
| September | 38.6 mm | |
| October | 42.0 mm | |
| November | 32.1 mm | |
| December | 47.5 mm |
Monthly Rainy Days (avg days with rain > 0.1mm)
| Month | Avg Rainy Days | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10.8 | |
| February | 8.2 | |
| March | 13.2 | |
| April | 10.8 | |
| May | 10.2 | |
| June | 4.6 | |
| July | 0.4 | |
| August | 4.2 | |
| September | 9.4 | |
| October | 10.6 | |
| November | 12.6 | |
| December | 12.0 |
Monthly Humidity (%)
| Month | Avg Humidity | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 74.6% | |
| February | 73.6% | |
| March | 73.6% | |
| April | 70.0% | |
| May | 67.7% | |
| June | 59.9% | |
| July | 56.0% | |
| August | 59.9% | |
| September | 67.0% | |
| October | 71.5% | |
| November | 75.4% | |
| December | 76.4% |
Monthly Wind Speed (avg max km/h)
| Month | Avg Max Wind | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 18.7 km/h | |
| February | 18.3 km/h | |
| March | 20.1 km/h | |
| April | 19.2 km/h | |
| May | 18.6 km/h | |
| June | 18.5 km/h | |
| July | 19.3 km/h | |
| August | 18.9 km/h | |
| September | 17.6 km/h | |
| October | 17.3 km/h | |
| November | 16.5 km/h | |
| December | 17.2 km/h |
Monthly UV Index (avg max)
| Month | UV Index | Risk Level | Bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | — | — | |
| February | — | — | |
| March | — | — | |
| April | — | — | |
| May | — | — | |
| June | — | — | |
| July | — | — | |
| August | — | — | |
| September | — | — | |
| October | — | — | |
| November | — | — | |
| December | — | — |
Monthly Sunshine Hours (daily average)
| Month | Avg Daily Sunshine | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8.1 hrs | |
| February | 9.0 hrs | |
| March | 9.7 hrs | |
| April | 10.5 hrs | |
| May | 11.6 hrs | |
| June | 12.5 hrs | |
| July | 13.0 hrs | |
| August | 12.6 hrs | |
| September | 10.8 hrs | |
| October | 9.5 hrs | |
| November | 8.9 hrs | |
| December | 8.0 hrs |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hottest month in Tunis?
July is the hottest month with an average temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F).
What is the coldest month in Tunis?
January is the coldest month with an average temperature of 11.4°C (52.5°F).
What is the rainiest month in Tunis?
May is the wettest month with an average of 54.3mm of precipitation. The city experiences about 107.0 rainy days per year.
When is the best time to visit Tunis?
The best time to visit Tunis is during July, August, June, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is lower.
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Data Source: Open-Meteo historical archive (2020-01-01 to 2024-12-31). Daily measurements aggregated into monthly climate normals. Coordinates: 36.81°, 10.18°. Timezone: Africa/Tunis. Last updated: 2026-07-30.