Tunisia Capital
Best time to visit Tunis
Go inApril–May and October–November
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Visit Carthage and blue-and-white Sidi Bou Said in spring.
See Tunis on the globeTunis month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Mixed | 16°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| February | Good | 17°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| March | Good | 19°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| April | Great | 22°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| May | Great | 26°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| June | Good | 31°C | Mostly dry | Moderate | Average | – |
| July | Poor | 34°C | Mostly dry | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| August | Poor | 34°C | Mostly dry | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| September | Good | 31°C | Mostly dry | Moderate | Average | – |
| October | Great | 26°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| November | Great | 21°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| December | Good | 17°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | Sahara Festival |
Festivals, events and seasons in Tunis
- December🎉 Sahara FestivalCamel races and poetry in Douz, late December.
Good to know
- Flights to Tunis are usually cheapest in November–March. The catch: November–March are rainy.
- Crowds and prices peak in July–August, so book early.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Tunis?
The best time to visit Tunis is April–May and October–November. Visit Carthage and blue-and-white Sidi Bou Said in spring.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Tunis?
Flights are usually cheapest in November–March, when demand is lowest.
When is Tunis busiest?
Tunis is busiest in July–August.
What is the weather like in Tunis?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 34°C, and January the coolest at 16°C. The wettest period is November–March.
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