Exceptional Climate Phenomenon in Tunisia
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A sudden and drastic change in weather patterns has been observed in Tunisia, with temperatures dropping from 37°C to 0-3°C in under 48 hours. According to Houssine Rhili, an expert in development and water resources, this phenomenon, which he refers to as the "Tunisian climate cycle," has not been seen in the country for over 33 years.
During an interview on Jawhara FM, Rhili noted that October 2025 was the hottest month globally in over 50 years. He illustrated this change by highlighting the significant temperature drop from 37°C on October 26 to 0-3°C in less than 48 hours.
Rhili expects this rapid temperature drop to continue from Tuesday to Friday, with significant precipitation expected in several regions of the country. The expert emphasized that this phenomenon underscores Tunisia's growing vulnerability to extreme climate conditions, calling for enhanced meteorological surveillance and adaptation measures to address climate change.
Key points:
- A sudden change in weather patterns has been observed in Tunisia, with temperatures dropping drastically in under 48 hours.
- This phenomenon, referred to as the "Tunisian climate cycle," has not been seen in the country for over 33 years.
- October 2025 was the hottest month globally in over 50 years.
- Significant precipitation is expected in several regions of the country from Tuesday to Friday.
- The expert calls for enhanced meteorological surveillance and adaptation measures to address climate change, highlighting Tunisia's growing vulnerability to extreme climate conditions.
