Climate Insights for El Fahs

El Fahs, Gouvernorat de Zaghouan, Tunisia

Hottest
July
36°C peak
Coldest
January
6°C low
Wettest
March
48mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in El Fahs is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 338mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 48mm of rainfall. El Fahs is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 16° Average: 11° Min: 6° Feb Max: 17° Average: 12° Min: 7° Mar Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 9° Apr Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 11° May Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 15° Jun Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 19° Jul Max: 36° Average: 29° Min: 22° Aug Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 22° Sep Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20° Oct Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° Nov Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 11° Dec Max: 17° Average: 12° Min: 8°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in El Fahs vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 11°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 16mm Feb Precipitation: 31mm Mar Precipitation: 48mm Apr Precipitation: 39mm May Precipitation: 33mm Jun Precipitation: 14mm Jul Precipitation: 3mm Aug Precipitation: 24mm Sep Precipitation: 41mm Oct Precipitation: 38mm Nov Precipitation: 23mm Dec Precipitation: 29mm
Precipitation

El Fahs is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 338mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 28mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 48mm of rainfall. September and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3mm. That's 46mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 18km/h Feb Wind Speed: 17km/h Mar Wind Speed: 18km/h Apr Wind Speed: 17km/h May Wind Speed: 17km/h Jun Wind Speed: 16km/h Jul Wind Speed: 15km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 14km/h Oct Wind Speed: 14km/h Nov Wind Speed: 15km/h Dec Wind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed

El Fahs is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in El Fahs, which began on March 20, 2026. El Fahs is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 36°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 6°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 9 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 120mm over the season and a monthly average of 40mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 41mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 11 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 102mm over the season and a monthly average of 34mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 6 to 17°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 76mm over the season and a monthly average of 25mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 11°
Feb 12°
Mar 14°
Apr 16°
May 20°
Jun 25°
Jul 29°
Aug 28°
Sep 25°
Oct 21°
Nov 16°
Dec 12°

The best time to visit El Fahs is during April, May, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 35mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 36°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for El Fahs based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
6 °C
16 °C
18 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Feb
7 °C
17 °C
17 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
9 °C
19 °C
18 km/h
48 mm
0 cm
Apr
11 °C
22 °C
17 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
May
15 °C
27 °C
17 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Jun
19 °C
32 °C
16 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
36 °C
15 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
35 °C
14 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
31 °C
14 km/h
41 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
26 °C
14 km/h
38 mm
0 cm
Nov
11 °C
21 °C
15 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Dec
8 °C
17 °C
16 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
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