Climate Insights for Monastir
Al Madina, Tunisia
Climate Overview
The climate in Monastir is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 306 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 43 mm of rainfall. Monastir is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 10°C.The climate in Monastir is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 12.1 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 1.7 in of rainfall. Monastir is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 49°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Monastir vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 13°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Monastir vary considerably across the year, with a 44°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 93°F and the mean temperature sits around 84°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 49°F and an average of 56°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Monastir is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 306 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 26 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 43 mm of rainfall. October and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1 mm. That's 43 mm less than September, 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.Monastir is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 12.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 1.7 in of rainfall. October and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 1.7 in less than September, 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
Monastir is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 12km/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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Monastir is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 9mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Monastir is during March, April, May, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 30 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 34°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 10°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Monastir is during March, April, May, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.2 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 93°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 49°F. 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 Monastir 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Monastir based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.