Question 1

When is the best time to visit Kairouan?

Accepted Answer

Spring (March-May) and autumn (October-November): mild, bright days to explore the medina and Great Mosque. Avoid July-August, which are very hot.

Question 2

What is the weather like in Kairouan in summer?

Accepted Answer

Very hot and dry, 36-38°C by day, as an inland city. The dry air makes the heat less stifling than the coast, but midday visits are tough.

Question 3

What is the weather like in Kairouan in winter?

Accepted Answer

Cool, with big day/night swings: around 15°C by day but 4-5°C at night. Days are often sunny, with possible morning frost.

Question 4

Does it rain a lot in Kairouan?

Accepted Answer

Little: around 300 mm per year, spread from autumn to spring. The climate is semi-arid, with a long, almost rain-free summer.

Question 5

How can you visit Kairouan's medina without suffering from the heat?

Accepted Answer

Go early morning or late afternoon, especially from April to October. A hat, water and light clothing are essential in summer; avoid midday.

Month	High	Low	Rain	Rainy days	Sun
Jan	18.2°	6.4°	11 mm	3 d	263 h
Feb	19.7°	7.4°	21 mm	4 d	258 h
Mar	21.8°	9°	47 mm	7 d	305 h
Apr	25.1°	11.8°	24 mm	5 d	323 h
May	30.2°	15.8°	21 mm	5 d	365 h
Jun	35.6°	20.3°	8 mm	2 d	378 h
Jul	39.3°	23.6°	1 mm	0 d	401 h
Aug	37.6°	23.5°	15 mm	3 d	386 h
Sep	33.2°	21°	39 mm	5 d	321 h
Oct	28.1°	16.5°	38 mm	5 d	296 h
Nov	22.9°	11.7°	22 mm	5 d	267 h
Dec	19.1°	8.3°	24 mm	4 d	252 h

Kairouan weather

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