Tunisia (Djerba) · December
Low seasonTunisia · Africa
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 18° (64°)13– (55–)21 (70) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)15– (59–)30 (86) | 24° (75°)18– (64–)34 (93) | 28° (82°)21– (70–)37 (99) | 31° (88°)24– (75–)41 (106) | 34° (93°)29– (84–)42 (108) | 34° (93°)29– (84–)42 (108) | 32° (90°)27– (81–)39 (102) | 28° (82°)23– (73–)36 (97) | 23° (73°)18– (64–)29 (84) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)22 (72) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 10° (50°)5– (41–)14 (57) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)17 (63) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)19 (66) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)23 (73) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)21– (70–)28 (82) | 26° (79°)22– (72–)28 (82) | 24° (75°)19– (66–)28 (82) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)24 (75) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)21 (70) | 12° (54°)5– (41–)16 (61) |
☀️Sunshine | 8h | 9h | 11h | 11h | 11h | 12h | 13h | 11h | 10h | 9h | 8h | 7h |
🌊Water Temp | 15° (59°) | 15° (59°) | 16° (61°) | 19° (66°) | 22° (72°) | 25° (77°) | 28° (82°) | 30° (86°) | 28° (82°) | 26° (79°) | 22° (72°) | 18° (64°) |
🌧Rain Days | 2d8mm (0.3") | 2d15mm (0.6") | 1d14mm (0.5") | 1d10mm (0.4") | 0d5mm (0.2") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (0") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 1d8mm (0.3") | 2d17mm (0.7") | 3d23mm (0.9") | 2d16mm (0.6") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
December in Tunisia (Djerba) at 19°C (66°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October.
Daytime highs average 19°C (66°F), cooling to 12°C (54°F) at night (daily average: 16°C (61°F)). Peaks reach around 22°C (72°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 2 rain days with 16 mm (0.6 in) total. The sea is 18°C (64°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Quiet winter season: Djerba is mild enough for beach walks and trips to Berber villages and the El Ghriba Synagogue. Few tourists, authentically Tunisian.
Packing list for Tunisia (Djerba) in December
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Tunisia (Djerba)?
- December is not an optimal month for Tunisia (Djerba) (Score: 64/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider April, May, June, July, August, September, and October.
- How warm is it in Tunisia (Djerba) in December?
- In December, Tunisia (Djerba) sees daily highs of 19°C (66°F). Nights cool to 12°C (54°F), with a daily average of 16°C (61°F). Peaks reach around 22°C (72°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F).
- How much rain falls in Tunisia (Djerba) in December?
- In December, Tunisia (Djerba) receives an average of 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Tunisia (Djerba) get in December?
- Tunisia (Djerba) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Tunisia (Djerba) in December?
- Water temperature in Tunisia (Djerba) in December averages 18°C (64°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
