The weather in August in Tunisia
It's hot in August in Tunisia with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 40°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 25°C.
August isn’t a good month to be in Tunisia. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Tunisia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 50°C in 2020, Tunisia reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 18°C to a highest value of 32°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 7,5 mm of precipitation in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in August for Tunisia
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Tunisia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Tunisia | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 36°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 40°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 23°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 7,5 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 2 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Tunisia with hot temps, averaging around 38°C during the day and nights around 25°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 37°C, with nights around 25°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Tunisia is around 36°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in Tunisia is based on weather data from Tunis. Other places, like Djerba, Hammamet or Sousse, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Tunisia to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Tunisia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Tunisia
Temperature in August in Tunisia over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Tunisia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Tunisia
Total precipitation in August in Tunisia over the years
Daily UV index in August in Tunisia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Tunisia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Tunisia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Tunisia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.