Capital city, Tunisia
Tunis weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Tunis
Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm and dry. July–August is very hot; Nov–Mar is mild and rainy, with Ramadan dates shifting each year.
Tunis weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan15°64 mm
- Feb15°50 mm
- Mar18°63 mm
- Apr21°54 mm
- May25°35 mm
- Jun30°20 mm
- Jul34°7 mm
- Aug34°21 mm
- Sep29°64 mm
- Oct26°61 mm
- Nov20°57 mm
- Dec16°66 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C59°F | 8°C46°F | 64 mm | 78% | Cool |
| February | 15°C60°F | 7°C45°F | 50 mm | 77% | Cool |
| March | 18°C65°F | 9°C48°F | 63 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| April | 21°C70°F | 11°C52°F | 54 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| May | 25°C78°F | 14°C58°F | 35 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| June | 30°C87°F | 18°C65°F | 20 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| July | 34°C93°F | 22°C71°F | 7 mm | 57% | Hot |
| August | 34°C93°F | 22°C72°F | 21 mm | 58% | Hot |
| September | 29°C85°F | 20°C68°F | 64 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| October | 26°C78°F | 17°C62°F | 61 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| November | 20°C69°F | 12°C54°F | 57 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| December | 16°C61°F | 9°C49°F | 66 mm | 78% | Cool |
Best months across Tunisia
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Tunis?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm and dry. July–August is very hot; Nov–Mar is mild and rainy, with Ramadan dates shifting each year.
When is the rainy season in Tunis?
Rain peaks in December with about 66 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Tunis?
July, with average highs of 34°C (93°F).
How cold does Tunis get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 7°C (45°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Tunisia–Carthage Airport (OACA)
- SNCFT (Tunisian National Railways)
- Transtu (Tunis public transport)
- UK FCDO travel advice: Tunisia
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.