Climate Insights for Jilma

Jelma, Gouvernorat de Sidi Bouzid, Tunisia

Hottest
July
38°C peak
Coldest
January
5°C low
Wettest
March
34mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Jilma is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 217mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 34mm of rainfall. Jilma 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 5°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 16° Average: 10° Min: 5° Feb Max: 17° Average: 11° Min: 5° Mar Max: 20° Average: 13° Min: 7° Apr Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 10° May Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 14° Jun Max: 34° Average: 26° Min: 19° Jul Max: 38° Average: 30° Min: 22° Aug Max: 36° Average: 29° Min: 22° Sep Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 19° Oct Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 14° Nov Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 9° Dec Max: 17° Average: 11° Min: 6°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Jilma vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 30°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 10°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, 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: 6mm Feb Precipitation: 16mm Mar Precipitation: 34mm Apr Precipitation: 21mm May Precipitation: 21mm Jun Precipitation: 14mm Jul Precipitation: 4mm Aug Precipitation: 15mm Sep Precipitation: 32mm Oct Precipitation: 21mm Nov Precipitation: 17mm Dec Precipitation: 15mm
Precipitation

Jilma is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 217mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 18mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 34mm of rainfall. September and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 4mm. That's 30mm 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: 16km/h Feb Wind Speed: 16km/h Mar Wind Speed: 17km/h Apr Wind Speed: 16km/h May Wind Speed: 16km/h Jun Wind Speed: 15km/h Jul Wind Speed: 14km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 13km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed

Jilma is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 13km/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 Jilma, which began on March 20, 2026. Jilma 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 38°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 5°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 7 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 76mm over the season and a monthly average of 25mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 38°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 33mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 9 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 70mm over the season and a monthly average of 23mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 5 to 17°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 38mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 10°
Feb 11°
Mar 13°
Apr 17°
May 21°
Jun 26°
Jul 30°
Aug 29°
Sep 25°
Oct 20°
Nov 15°
Dec 11°

The best time to visit Jilma is during April, May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 24mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 38°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 5°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Jilma 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
5 °C
16 °C
16 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Feb
5 °C
17 °C
16 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
7 °C
20 °C
17 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Apr
10 °C
23 °C
16 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
May
14 °C
28 °C
16 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
Jun
19 °C
34 °C
15 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
38 °C
14 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
36 °C
13 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
31 °C
13 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
Oct
14 °C
26 °C
13 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
Nov
9 °C
21 °C
14 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Dec
6 °C
17 °C
15 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
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