Tunisia Travel Guide
Tunisia travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 71°F (22°C) in Tunisia with partly cloudy. It feels like 78°F. Today runs from 71°F to 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - 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 about average for October. The forecast high of 83°F is in line with 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 9.9/10. 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.
Map of Tunisia
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 36°48′23.4″N 10°10′53.4″E (36.8065, 10.1815)
Weather in Tunisia right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:03 PM, Oct 1 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛅ 85° / 69°
Partly cloudy · 0% rain · wind 9 mph
☁️ 85° / 72°
Overcast · 7% rain · wind 9 mph
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 | 12:03 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September and November |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Things to do in Tunisia
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Tunisia.
Best time to visit Tunisia
Go in May, June, July, August, September and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Explore Tunisia
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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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 71°F (22°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 90% and wind is 2 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 12:03 PM.
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 1, 2026 at 12:03 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
