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Aousja, Tunisia

Bizerte Governorate · Tunisia

Aousja is a small city in Bizerte Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 5,126. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

5,126 Population 283/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
21.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone

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About Aousja

Aousja

Aousja also spelled Ousja or Aousdja is a small town and commune located in Ghar El Melh district in the Bizerte Governorate of northern Tunisia, between El Alia and Ras Jebel, 48 kilometers north of Tunis. As of 2014 it had a population of 5,126 inhabitants.

People

Population5,126
Density283/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain21.0 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population5,126
Population Density283 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates37.1413°, 10.1017°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceBizerte Governorate
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation21.0 inches (534 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Aousja

Aousja is a small city in Tunisia (Bizerte Governorate) with a population of 5,126. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.

Aousja enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 298 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 21.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above Tunisia avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area18.1 sq mi (46.9 km²)
Population Density283/sq mi
Coordinates37.1413°N, 10.1017°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.0"
45% below Tunisia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.15"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Mar 29, 2024.

Sep 17, 1994 6 km W of Tabursuq, Tunisia M5.2 112 km
Jun 24, 2002 15 km SW of Sbikha, Tunisia M5.2 145 km
Feb 7, 2005 26 km SSE of Douane, Tunisia M5.1 123 km
Mar 8, 2018 11 km E of Rhar el Melah, Tunisia M4.7 20 km
Feb 7, 2005 36 km NNE of Skanes, Tunisia M4.7 137 km
Aug 12, 2001 16 km WSW of Sbikha, Tunisia M4.6 140 km
Jan 11, 2002 13 km SE of El Maamoura, Tunisia M4.5 112 km
Jul 15, 1993 9 km SE of Tabursuq, Tunisia M4.5 107 km
May 13, 2007 7 km SSW of El Battan, Tunisia M4.5 52 km
Jan 26, 1995 13 km W of Douar Tindja, Tunisia M4.3 45 km
Jan 30, 1995 7 km SW of Sbikha, Tunisia M4.3 141 km
Mar 29, 2024 24 km SE of Menzel Heurr, Tunisia M4.3 112 km
Apr 15, 2008 11 km SW of Tabarka, Tunisia M4.2 130 km
Jul 13, 2006 Tunisia M4.2 150 km
Feb 14, 1999 27 km SSE of Hammamet, Tunisia M4.1 122 km
Jun 2, 2016 22 km SE of Menzel Heurr, Tunisia M4.0 111 km
Jul 11, 1992 7 km WSW of Korba, Tunisia M3.9 89 km
Jul 11, 1993 9 km NNW of Tabursuq, Tunisia M3.9 105 km
Dec 21, 1992 45 km SE of Kélibia, Tunisia M3.8 138 km
Apr 9, 1993 1 km WSW of Tabarka, Tunisia M3.8 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Pantelleria (175 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Pantelleria Shield 836 m (2,743 ft) 1891 175 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 53°F (11°C) 2.6 in
March 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
May 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
July 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in Warmest
September 76°F (24°C) 1.5 in
October 68°F (20°C) 2.6 in
November 60°F (15°C) 3.0 in
December 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in Wettest

Aousja has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 52°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Aousja

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
مدرسة شارع بورقيبة الابتدائية
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Radio Stations near Aousja

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Mosaique FM MP3 90 kbps
Mosaique FM Tarab MP3 128 kbps
RTCI international, multiculti MP3 128 kbps
mosaiquefm news talk music entertainment MP3 90 kbps
Radio Misk MP3 192 kbps
Lotfi Slama MP3 128 kbps
Radio Express FM business news, economic news MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Aousja

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée national d'Utica
Musée national d'Utique
Oceanographic Museum
Oceanographic Museum
Oceanographic Museum

Libraries in Aousja

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
المكتبة العمومية بحي الغزالة0.0
المكتبة النموذجية للأطفال0.0

Farmers Markets in Aousja

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché aux Poissons
Marché Central de Ras Jebel
Société Tunisienne des Marchés de Gros (Marché de Bizerte)
Souk El Bhira
Souk Slaheddine Bouchoucha
السوق المركزي

Gas Stations in Aousja

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Agil Bajou
Oilibya Aousja
Total Aousja

Stadiums & Teams in Aousja

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Aousja

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tunis Carthage International AirportTUNLarge Airport
Bizerte Sidi Ahmed Air BaseMedium Airport
Borj El Amri AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Aousja

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
المسجد الكبير
مسجد الزواوين

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Tunis

🇹🇳 About Tunisia

Capital Tunis
Population 11,565,204
Area 163,610 km²
GDP (USD) $48,205,328,303
GDP per capita $3,951
HDI 0.732
Life expectancy 76.5 years
Internet users 72.4%
Urban population 70.0%
Currency TND (Dinar)
Languages Arabic
Calling code +216
TLD .tn
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Tunisia

8 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day رأس السنة الميلادية
Mar 20 Independence Day عيد الاستقلال
Apr 9 Martyrs' Day عيد الشهداء
May 1 Labour Day عيد الشغل
Jul 25 Republic Day عيد الجمهورية
Aug 13 Women's Day عيد المرأة
Oct 15 Evacuation Day عيد الجلاء
Dec 17 Revolution Day عيد الثورة

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aousja

What is the population of Aousja?

Aousja has a population of 5,126 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 283 people per square mile, spread across 18.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Aousja?

Aousja enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.0 inches.

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