December weather forecastTunis, Tunisia

St. Vincent de Paul Cathedral in Tunis, the capital city of Tunisia

December

Weather in December

December in Tunis ushers in the winter season, culminating in temperatures dipping to an average low of 9.7°C (49.5°F). With the highest rainfall for the year at 67mm (2.64") over eight days, December is the wettest month. Furthermore, the shortest daylight hours and a low UV index of 2 create a perfect winter setting. As sea temperatures continue to fall, outdoor activities yield to indoor comfort and warmth. Essentially, the arrival of December in Tunis unveils a completely different facet of the city, one of cozy fireplaces and warm beverages.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Tunis, Tunisia, correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from November's agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F) to a comfortable 17.5°C (63.5°F). An average low-temperature of 9.7°C (49.5°F) marks the month of December.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Tunis. Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 67mm (2.64") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Tunis, the average seawater temperature in December is 17°C (62.6°F).
Note: Most people find swimming in 17°C (62.6°F) to be not enjoyable. The control of one's breathing becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Tunis is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 17:03. On the last day of December, in Tunis, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 17:13 CET.

Sunshine

In Tunis, Tunisia, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Tunis, is 17.5°C (63.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 9.7°C (49.5°F).

The month with the most rainfall in Tunis, Tunisia, is December, when the rain falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation.

In December, in Tunis, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout December, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Tunis, Tunisia, in December, the average water temperature is 17°C (62.6°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 17°C (62.6°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

The month with the shortest days in Tunis is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Tunis, Tunisia, is 9h and 41min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 17:03. On the last day of the month, in Tunis, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 17:13 CET.

In Tunis, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Tunis.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Tunis is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in December
Tunis, Tunisia

Average high temperature in December: 17.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (34.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°C).

Average low temperature in December: 9.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (8.3°C).

Average rainfall in December
Tunis, Tunisia

Average rainfall in December: 66.8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (66.8mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3.1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Tunis, Tunisia

Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (1 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Tunis, Tunisia

Average sea temperature in December: 17°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (15°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tunis, Tunisia

Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

Average sunshine in December: 4h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).