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Bir M’cherga, Tunisia

Zaghouan Governorate · Tunisia

Bir M’cherga is a small city in Zaghouan Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 8,329. Elevation: 495 ft (151 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

8,329 Population 371/sq mi density
495 ft Elevation 151 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
19.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone

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People

Population8,329
Density371/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain19.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Population8,329
Population Density371 / sq mi
Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Coordinates36.5182°, 9.9579°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceZaghouan Governorate
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation19.1 inches (485 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bir M’cherga

Bir M’cherga is a small city in Tunisia (Zaghouan Governorate) with a population of 8,329. The city sits at an elevation of 495 feet (151 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.

Bir M’cherga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 301 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 19.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 495 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above Tunisia avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Area22.5 sq mi (58.2 km²)
Population Density371/sq mi
Coordinates36.5182°N, 9.9579°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.1"
50% below Tunisia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 2.68"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 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 71 km
Jun 24, 2002 15 km SW of Sbikha, Tunisia M5.2 75 km
Feb 7, 2005 26 km SSE of Douane, Tunisia M5.1 88 km
Dec 29, 1990 34 km NE of Monastir, Tunisia M5.0 115 km
Dec 3, 1998 10 km SE of El Kef, Tunisia M4.9 114 km
Feb 7, 2005 36 km NNE of Skanes, Tunisia M4.7 97 km
Mar 8, 2018 11 km E of Rhar el Melah, Tunisia M4.7 80 km
Nov 30, 1998 7 km WSW of Nibbar, Tunisia M4.6 117 km
Aug 12, 2001 16 km WSW of Sbikha, Tunisia M4.6 69 km
Jan 11, 2002 13 km SE of El Maamoura, Tunisia M4.5 87 km
Jul 15, 1993 9 km SE of Tabursuq, Tunisia M4.5 58 km
May 13, 2007 7 km SSW of El Battan, Tunisia M4.5 29 km
Oct 21, 2013 3 km ESE of Bekalta, Tunisia M4.4 140 km
Oct 18, 2013 6 km ENE of Seïada, Tunisia M4.4 128 km
Jan 30, 1995 7 km SW of Sbikha, Tunisia M4.3 71 km
Jan 26, 1995 13 km W of Douar Tindja, Tunisia M4.3 80 km
Mar 29, 2024 24 km SE of Menzel Heurr, Tunisia M4.3 106 km
Mar 25, 2023 14 km SW of Sidi el Hani, Tunisia M4.2 106 km
Jul 13, 2006 Tunisia M4.2 91 km
Apr 15, 2008 11 km SW of Tabarka, Tunisia M4.2 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Pantelleria (186 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Pantelleria Shield 836 m (2,743 ft) 1891 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in Coldest, Wettest
February 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in
March 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
April 60°F (16°C) 1.5 in
May 67°F (20°C) 1.1 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 81°F (27°C) 0.5 in
September 76°F (24°C) 1.5 in
October 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in
November 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
December 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in

Bir M’cherga has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 50°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.7") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Bir M’cherga

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Primaire Boucha
École Primaire Daleil El Arous
المدرسة الإعدادية 14 جانفي
المدرسة الابتدائية 2 مارس 1934 بئر مشارقة
معهد إبن رشيق ببئرالمشارقة
المدرسة الابتدائية الأمل
مشروع التكوين المهني
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Radio Stations near Bir M’cherga

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

Libraries in Bir M’cherga

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
المكتبة العمومية بفوشانة0.0
المكتبة العمومية بفوشانة0.0

Farmers Markets in Bir M’cherga

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Aziza
Marché de Zaghouan
Marché Fouchana
السوق الأسبوعية بالمروج 2
السوق البلدي سيدي حسين
السوق البلدي سيدي حسين

Cafes in Bir M’cherga

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MonoPoly

Train Stations in Bir M’cherga

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

بئر مشارقة
سمنجة

Gas Stations in Bir M’cherga

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Agil

Stadiums & Teams in Bir M’cherga

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Bir M’cherga

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tunis Carthage International AirportTUNLarge Airport
Bizerte Sidi Ahmed Air BaseMedium Airport
Enfidha - Hammamet International AirportNBEMedium Airport
Borj El Amri AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bir M’cherga

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mosque
Mosque
جامع الحبيب(جامع الهمامي)

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 Bir M’cherga

What is the population of Bir M’cherga?

Bir M’cherga has a population of 8,329 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 371 people per square mile, spread across 22.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bir M’cherga?

Bir M’cherga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.1 inches.

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