Geography of Tunisia
Geography of Tunisia: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Tunisia
Sicily is 218 mi to the east, Sardinia is 238 mi to the north, Malta is 249 mi to the east and Mount Etna is 272 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 36°48′23.4″N 10°10′53.4″E (36.8065, 10.1815)
Quick facts about Tunisia
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 36°48′23.4″N 10°10′53.4″E (36.8065, 10.1815) |
| Capital | Tunis |
| Population | 12.000.000 |
| Area | 63.170 sq mi |
| ISO code | TN |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | TUN |
| Currency | Tunisian dinar (TND) |
| Languages | Arabic, French |
| Calling code | +216 |
| Time zone | Africa/Tunis |
| Local time | 1:04 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September and November |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Summary
Tunisia is a country in Africa. Tunisia is a country in Africa with its capital at Tunis. It has a population of about 12 million. The capital is Tunis.
Right now it is 74°F (23°C) in Tunisia with mainly clear. It feels like 73°F. Today runs from 70°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Tunisia is May, June, July, August, September and November. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 98°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 48°F.
Nearby highlights include Sicily and Sardinia.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 86°F is 2.9°F above the 83°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Tunisia today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Tunisia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62° | 48° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 64° | 48° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 67° | 51° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 73° | 54° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 81° | 61° | 1,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 92° | 69° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 98° | 75° | 0,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 98° | 75° | 0,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 89° | 70° | 1,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 83° | 64° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 72° | 55° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 63° | 49° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Tunisia?
Tunisia is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are 36.8065, 10.1815. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Tunisia right now?
It is currently 74°F (23°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 52% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Tunisia?
May, June, July, August, September and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Tunisia, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Tunisia in?
Tunisia observes Africa/Tunis (UTC+01:00). The local time is 1:04 AM.
How many people live in Tunisia?
Tunisia has a population of approximately 12 million.
What are the top things to do in Tunisia?
Popular options include Sicily and Sardinia.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 4, 2026 at 1:04 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
