Climate Insights for Metlaoui

Metlaoui, Gafsa Governorate, Tunisia

Hottest
July
40°C peak
Coldest
January
6°C low
Wettest
February
12mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Metlaoui is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 81mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 12mm of rainfall. Metlaoui 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: 18° Average: 13° Min: 7° Mar Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 11° Apr Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 15° May Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20° Jun Max: 37° Average: 31° Min: 25° Jul Max: 40° Average: 34° Min: 27° Aug Max: 38° Average: 32° Min: 26° Sep Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 23° Oct Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 18° Nov Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 11° Dec Max: 17° Average: 12° Min: 7°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Metlaoui vary considerably across the year, with a 34°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 40°C and an average of 34°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 October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 3mm Feb Precipitation: 12mm Mar Precipitation: 11mm Apr Precipitation: 10mm May Precipitation: 8mm Jun Precipitation: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 4mm Sep Precipitation: 8mm Oct Precipitation: 7mm Nov Precipitation: 9mm Dec Precipitation: 8mm
Precipitation

Metlaoui is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 81mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 12mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0mm. 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 25km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 16km/h Feb Wind Speed: 18km/h Mar Wind Speed: 21km/h Apr Wind Speed: 23km/h May Wind Speed: 22km/h Jun Wind Speed: 21km/h Jul Wind Speed: 19km/h Aug Wind Speed: 18km/h Sep Wind Speed: 18km/h Oct Wind Speed: 16km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed

Metlaoui is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 17km/h in winter, 22km/h in spring, 19km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Metlaoui, which began on March 20, 2026. Metlaoui 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 40°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 11 to 31°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 29mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 25 to 40°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 5mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Stay hydrated, wear sun protection, and seek shade during the hottest hours of the day.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 11 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 24mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 6 to 18°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 22mm for the entire season. 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 13°
Mar 16°
Apr 21°
May 25°
Jun 31°
Jul 34°
Aug 32°
Sep 29°
Oct 23°
Nov 16°
Dec 12°

The best time to visit Metlaoui is during March, April, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 9mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 40°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°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 Metlaoui 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
16 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Feb
7 °C
18 °C
18 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
11 °C
22 °C
21 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
26 °C
23 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
May
20 °C
31 °C
22 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
37 °C
21 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jul
27 °C
40 °C
19 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
26 °C
38 °C
18 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
34 °C
18 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Oct
18 °C
29 °C
16 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Nov
11 °C
22 °C
16 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Dec
7 °C
17 °C
15 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
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