Climate Insights for El Bahira

Ksour Essaf, Gouvernorat de Mahdia, Tunisia

Hottest
August
31°C peak
Coldest
January
11°C low
Wettest
September
49mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in El Bahira is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 320mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 49mm of rainfall. El Bahira is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 11°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 17° Average: 14° Min: 11° Feb Max: 17° Average: 14° Min: 11° Mar Max: 19° Average: 16° Min: 13° Apr Max: 20° Average: 18° Min: 15° May Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 18° Jun Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 21° Jul Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Aug Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 25° Sep Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 23° Oct Max: 25° Average: 23° Min: 20° Nov Max: 21° Average: 18° Min: 16° Dec Max: 18° Average: 15° Min: 13°
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Average
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El Bahira sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 31°C. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 14°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 23mm Feb Precipitation: 31mm Mar Precipitation: 40mm Apr Precipitation: 22mm May Precipitation: 9mm Jun Precipitation: 5mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 10mm Sep Precipitation: 49mm Oct Precipitation: 45mm Nov Precipitation: 46mm Dec Precipitation: 38mm
Precipitation

El Bahira is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 320mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 27mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 49mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0mm. That's 49mm 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

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 5km/h Feb Wind Speed: 5km/h Mar Wind Speed: 5km/h Apr Wind Speed: 5km/h May Wind Speed: 5km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

El Bahira is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

93 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in El Bahira, which began on June 21, 2026. El Bahira 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 August at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 11°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 13 to 24°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 71mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 31°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 16mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 16 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 140mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 11 to 18°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 92mm over the season and a monthly average of 31mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 14°
Feb 14°
Mar 16°
Apr 18°
May 20°
Jun 24°
Jul 27°
Aug 28°
Sep 26°
Oct 23°
Nov 18°
Dec 15°

The best time to visit El Bahira is during March, April, May, June, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 29mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 31°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 11°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 El Bahira 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
11 °C
17 °C
5 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Feb
11 °C
17 °C
5 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Mar
13 °C
19 °C
5 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
20 °C
5 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
24 °C
5 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
21 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
31 °C
4 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
31 °C
4 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
49 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
25 °C
4 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Nov
16 °C
21 °C
5 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Dec
13 °C
18 °C
5 km/h
38 mm
0 cm
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