Question 1

When is the best time to visit Gafsa?

Accepted Answer

Spring (March-April) and autumn (October-November): mild days for the oasis and the Roman pools. Avoid June to August (heat often above 40°C).

Question 2

What is the weather like in Gafsa in summer?

Accepted Answer

Very hot and dry, 40-42°C by day, at the gateway to the desert. Nights stay warm in high summer; the shade of the oasis palms offers a little coolness.

Question 3

What is the weather like in Gafsa in winter?

Accepted Answer

Mild by day (16-18°C) but cool at night (4-5°C), with large swings. Skies are almost always clear, ideal for visiting the oasis and the kasbah.

Question 4

Does it rain in Gafsa?

Accepted Answer

Rarely: around 150 mm per year. The climate is semi-desert, with near-constant sunshine and brief showers mainly in autumn.

Question 5

Are there big day/night temperature differences in Gafsa?

Accepted Answer

Yes, typical of a desert climate: daytime heat drops sharply in the evening, especially in spring and autumn. Bring a warm layer for evenings.

Month	High	Low	Rain	Rainy days	Sun
Jan	15.2°	4.3°	4 mm	1 d	274 h
Feb	17.5°	6.2°	14 mm	3 d	269 h
Mar	20.8°	8.9°	18 mm	4 d	320 h
Apr	25°	12.3°	18 mm	3 d	331 h
May	30.1°	16.7°	13 mm	2 d	373 h
Jun	35.6°	21.4°	3 mm	1 d	380 h
Jul	38.3°	23.8°	1 mm	0 d	401 h
Aug	37°	23.6°	5 mm	1 d	391 h
Sep	32.8°	20.8°	11 mm	2 d	329 h
Oct	27.2°	15.9°	8 mm	2 d	309 h
Nov	20.6°	9.9°	18 mm	3 d	278 h
Dec	16.4°	6.2°	10 mm	2 d	262 h

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