The best times to visit Sousse for ideal weather are

March 12th to June 10th

or

October 15th to December 16th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Sousse Travel Info

Weather in Sousse

Temperature

Average temperatures in Sousse vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a very low chance of precipitation throughout the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 63rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Sousse, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid to late August where highs are regularly around 92.5°F (33.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76.5°F (24.7°C) at night.

Sousse Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Sousse Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Sousse Perceived Temperature (F)

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Sousse Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Sousse Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 63.5 55.9 48.5
Feb 62.9 55.3 48.3
Mar 67.2 59.2 52.2
Apr 72.2 64.3 57.6
May 78.4 70 63
Jun 85.1 76.5 69.2
Jul 91.3 82.4 74.6
Aug 91.8 83.3 76
Sep 86.7 79.1 72.7
Oct 80 72.7 66.2
Nov 71.9 64.5 57.5
Dec 65.4 57.6 49.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 17.5 13.3 9.2
Feb 17.2 12.9 9.1
Mar 19.6 15.1 11.2
Apr 22.3 17.9 14.2
May 25.8 21.1 17.2
Jun 29.5 24.7 20.7
Jul 32.9 28 23.7
Aug 33.2 28.5 24.4
Sep 30.4 26.2 22.6
Oct 26.7 22.6 19
Nov 22.2 18.1 14.2
Dec 18.6 14.2 9.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Sousse are July, August, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late June. For example, on the week of June 25th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early March with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of March 5th.

When can you find snow in Sousse? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Sousse.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Sousse (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 9% 0 1.9
Feb 11% 0 1
Mar 10% 0 1.8
Apr 7% 0 0.8
May 6% 0 0.7
Jun 4% 0 0.4
Jul 1% 0 0.1
Aug 2% 0 0.3
Sep 10% 0 1.3
Oct 12% 0 2.5
Nov 10% 0 1.2
Dec 7% 0 1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 9 0 4.8
Feb 11 0 2.5
Mar 10 0 4.6
Apr 7 0 2
May 6 0 1.8
Jun 4 0 1
Jul 1 0 0.3
Aug 2 0 0.8
Sep 10 0 3.3
Oct 12 0 6.4
Nov 10 0 3
Dec 7 0 2.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Sousse has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is July (52.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is October (62.7%).

Wind in Sousse is usually moderate. The windiest month is May, followed by April and March. May’s average wind speed of around 9.8 knots (11.3 MPH or 18.2 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early March where average top sustained speeds reach 17 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Sousse.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8.3 Gentle breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Feb 9.5 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Mar 9.6 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Apr 9.6 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
May 9.8 Gentle breeze 15.9 Significant breeze
Jun 8.9 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Jul 8.7 Gentle breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Aug 8.4 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Sep 8.6 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
Oct 7.8 Gentle breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Nov 8.2 Gentle breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Dec 8.6 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 59.8%
Feb 57.2%
Mar 60.3%
Apr 59.9%
May 55.5%
Jun 55.3%
Jul 52.3%
Aug 55%
Sep 58.9%
Oct 62.7%
Nov 59.6%
Dec 56.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Sousse?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Tunisia; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Sousse, Tunisia is April, followed by May and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Sousse in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 44.4 in November means 44.4% of the tourists vs. April.

 

 

Overall Sousse Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 79.6°F (26.4°C) and 62.7°F (17.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Sousse, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 88.3°F (31.3°C) and 68.6°F (20.3°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 3 to 4 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Sousse to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 67.2°F (19.6°C) and 62°F (16.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 3 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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