The month in detail
What to expect in January
In January, Tunis sees 61°F during the day with 5.3h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 27% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
January ranks 12 out of 12 months in Tunis. Compared to December: −2°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
3 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
7°
Sea
15°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
9.7h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 50
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Tunis is May (9.0/10), 4.4 pts higher than January.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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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 trip.
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 ⓘ+2.75°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 95°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 61°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 28%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in January
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Location
Where is Tunis ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
TunisiaTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.0 → 4.6 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 79°F highs, 59°F lows, 9.4h of sunshine and 12.0% 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 8.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Tunis?
January is the most unfavourable month with January 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 59°F, while afternoon highs average 79°F.
Is Tunis good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Tunis scores 6.1/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 8.6/10.
When should you avoid Tunis?
January is the most difficult month to visit Tunis, with January 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 January?
In January, the sea averages 58°F in Tunis: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Tunis in January?
The average UV index reaches 3 in January in Tunis (moderate), with about 9.7h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.