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Ben Aoun, Tunisia

Sidi Bouzid Governorate · Tunisia

Ben Aoun is a small city in Sidi Bouzid Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 9,297. Elevation: 1,516 ft (462 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

9,297 Population 109/sq mi density
1,516 ft Elevation 462 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
9.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone

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People

Population9,297
Density109/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain9.8 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation1,516 ft (462 m)
Population9,297
Population Density109 / sq mi
Elevation1,516 ft (462 m)
Coordinates34.8526°, 9.1439°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceSidi Bouzid Governorate
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation9.8 inches (250 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ben Aoun

Ben Aoun is a small city in Tunisia (Sidi Bouzid Governorate) with a population of 9,297. The city sits at an elevation of 1,516 feet (462 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.

Ben Aoun enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 318 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 9.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,516 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above Tunisia avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,516 ft (462 m)
Area85.0 sq mi (220.2 km²)
Population Density109/sq mi
Coordinates34.8526°N, 9.1439°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.8"
74% below Tunisia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 1.18"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 30, 2025.

Sep 22, 1995 14 km SE of Tébessa, Algeria M5.4 97 km
Jun 24, 2002 15 km SW of Sbikha, Tunisia M5.2 130 km
Jun 12, 1992 19 km SSW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M5.2 107 km
Mar 20, 1997 7 km ESE of Degache, Tunisia M5.2 127 km
May 21, 2018 23 km SSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M5.1 72 km
Apr 4, 2023 7 km ESE of Chebika, Tunisia M5.0 121 km
Dec 3, 1998 10 km SE of El Kef, Tunisia M4.9 144 km
Feb 3, 2025 20 km W of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.7 56 km
Aug 12, 2001 16 km WSW of Sbikha, Tunisia M4.6 133 km
Mar 13, 1992 20 km SW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.5 63 km
May 11, 1994 24 km SSE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.4 102 km
Mar 4, 2003 9 km W of As Sanad, Tunisia M4.4 45 km
Apr 9, 2025 24 km WSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.4 57 km
Jan 30, 1995 7 km SW of Sbikha, Tunisia M4.3 136 km
Jun 10, 2019 3 km NNW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.3 89 km
Feb 2, 2018 24 km E of Bir el Ater, Algeria M4.2 76 km
Jun 19, 1992 22 km ESE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.2 86 km
Aug 7, 2007 33 km N of Gafsa, Tunisia M4.2 34 km
May 29, 2008 44 km NNE of Kebili, Tunisia M4.2 87 km
Aug 30, 2025 33 km WNW of Tamaghzah, Tunisia M4.2 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 51°F (10°C) 0.8 in
March 56°F (13°C) 1.2 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 0.9 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in
July 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 83°F (28°C) 0.4 in
September 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in
October 67°F (20°C) 1.0 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in
December 50°F (10°C) 1.0 in

Ben Aoun has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 49°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.2") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Ben Aoun

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
مدرسة الواعرة
École Primaire Ettawfik
معهد ابن الجزار
Lycée Secondaire Sidi Ali Ben Aoun
École Primaire Cité Ezzouhour
المدرسة الاعدادية سيدي علي بن عون
École Primaire El Khalij
المدرسة الاعدادية الفارابي
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Radio Stations near Ben Aoun

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Tunisie Gafsa gafsa, regional MP3 128 kbps
radio gafsa MP3 128 kbps

Gas Stations in Ben Aoun

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Ben Aoun

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Airports Near Ben Aoun

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gafsa Ksar International AirportGAFMedium Airport

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 Ben Aoun

What is the population of Ben Aoun?

Ben Aoun has a population of 9,297 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 109 people per square mile, spread across 85.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ben Aoun?

Ben Aoun enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.8 inches.

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