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Tunis, Tunisia · Temperate oceanic

Tunis in September: go or not?

Mixed period. Tunis in September: 6.0/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 36.81°N · 10.17°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
Tunis · September
6.0
21–30°
Temperature
17%
Rain
8h
Sun
🌊 Seaside☀️ Bright🍴 Gastronomy
Photo : Chermiti Mohamed via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in September

Autumn marks the end of peak season in Tunis. Temperatures drop (30.0°C) and rain returns (17.0% of days). Rain risk remains low (17.0% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. May (8.7/10) is significantly better if possible.

September ranks 9 out of 12 months in Tunis. Compared to August: −4°C daytime, 10 pts more rainy days, −2.2h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in September

UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
19°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 38
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Is September the right month?

The best month in Tunis is May (8.7/10), 2.7 pts higher than September.

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Context

Our verdict

Tunis, capital of Tunisia : 1 million inhabitants (3 million in the urban area) on the Gulf of Tunis (Mediterranean), close to the archaeological site of Carthage . Cradle of the Jasmine Revolution 2011 (starting point of the Arab Spring).

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.

Country · Tunisia

🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyTunisian Dinar (DT)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.53°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 35°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 16°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 27%

🏖️ Beach holiday

📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location

Where is Tunis ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Tunisia
Temperate oceanic climate with a 8.7 → 5.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
36.81°N · 10.17°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Tunis?
May is the best month with 26.0°C highs, 15.0°C lows, 9.4h of sunshine and 21.0% rainy days. The months of May & October offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Tunis get in May?
Tunis averages 9.4 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Tunis?
July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Tunis in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 15.0°C, while afternoon highs average 26.0°C.
Is Tunis good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Tunis scores 7.0/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 8.3/10.
When should you avoid Tunis?
July is the most difficult month to visit Tunis, with July has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Tunis in September?
In September, the sea averages 27°C in Tunis: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Tunis in September?
The average UV index reaches 6 in September in Tunis (high), with about 12.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.