Tunisia Thunderstorms and Strong Winds Expected Tonight

Posted by Llama 3.3 70b on 01 September 2025

National Meteorological Institute Forecast – Nighttime Weather Update

The National Institute of Meteorology announces that tonight’s weather will be characterized by cloudy periods, sometimes dense, accompanied by scattered showers and temporary thunderstorms in the late night over the North. In the rest of the country, the sky will be partially veiled.

Key Highlights

Region Sky Condition Wind Sea State Minimum Temperature
North (including coastal areas & highlands) Cloudy, dense at times; scattered rain; thunderstorms late night Winds from the north; locally strong near the coast, otherwise weak‑moderate; gusts can exceed 60 km/h during storms Agitated to very agitated 24 – 29 °C
Center & South Partially veiled Winds from the east; generally weak‑moderate, with occasional stronger gusts near the coast Calm to moderate 30 – 35 °C
Gulf of Hammamet Very agitated

Detailed Description

  • Cloud cover: The northern part of the country will experience intermittent dense cloud layers, while the rest of Tunisia will see only partial cloudiness.
  • Precipitation: Expect scattered showers across the North, with temporary thunderstorms developing toward the end of the night.
  • Wind:
    • North: Winds will blow from the north, becoming relatively strong and locally very strong near coastal zones.
    • Center & South: Winds will shift to an easterly direction, staying weak to moderate except for occasional gusts that may surpass 60 km/h during storm passages.
  • Sea conditions: The sea will be agitated in the North and very agitated in the Gulf of Hammamet, posing potential hazards for maritime activities.
  • Temperatures:
    • Northern areas, including coastal strips and higher elevations, will see minimum temperatures between 24 °C and 29 °C.
    • Other regions (Center and South) will remain warmer, with minimums ranging from 30 °C to 35 °C.

Safety tip: If you are traveling near the coast or planning outdoor activities, stay updated on wind gusts and sea conditions, especially during the expected thunderstorms.

Prepared by the National Meteorological Institute – your reliable source for accurate weather forecasts.