Djerba weather in January
Should you visit Djerba in January?
✅ Yes if: you want to explore the city on foot without suffering from heat.
❌ No if: you're looking for a beach destination — water and air are still cool.
Our take: January in Djerba offers mild days around 17°C with cool evenings dipping to 10°C, plenty of sunshine, and barely any rain. It's a wonderfully quiet time on the island, ideal for travelers who enjoy exploring souks, coastal walks, and cultural sites without the summer crowds. Perfect for those who prefer gentle warmth over intense heat.
Djerba in January by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
What to expect in January
🎯 Quiet uncrowded beaches — ideal for coastal walks In January, Djerba sees 17°C during the day with 9.0h of sunshine per day. Rain is virtually absent (7% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. May (9.2/10) is significantly better if possible.
All months for Djerba
Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 10°C | 17°C | 7% | 0.4 | 9.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 11°C | 18°C | 11% | 0.6 | 9.5h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 13°C | 20°C | 8% | 0.5 | 10.9h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 15°C | 23°C | 10% | 0.6 | 11.4h | 8.5/10 |
| ☀️ May | 18°C | 26°C | 7% | 0.4 | 12.2h | 9.2/10 |
| ☀️ June | 22°C | 31°C | 0% | 0.0 | 13.0h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ July | 24°C | 33°C | 0% | 0.0 | 13.0h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ August | 25°C | 33°C | 2% | 0.1 | 12.2h | 8.1/10 |
| ☀️ September | 24°C | 31°C | 9% | 0.4 | 11.1h | 8.4/10 |
| ☀️ October | 20°C | 28°C | 11% | 0.7 | 10.0h | 8.9/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 15°C | 22°C | 13% | 0.9 | 9.3h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 12°C | 18°C | 15% | 0.8 | 8.7h | 7.3/10 |
January vs May (best month)
The best month is May (score 9.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +9°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +0%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +3.2h/day