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Bou Chemma, Tunisia

Gabès Governorate · Tunisia

Bou Chemma is a small city in Gabès Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 12,182. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

12,182 Population 613/sq mi density
135 ft Elevation 41 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
7.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone

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About Bou Chemma

Bu-Szamma – miasto we wschodniej Tunezji, w gubernatorstwie Kabis. W 2014 roku liczyło 21 727 mieszkańców.

People

Population12,182
Density613/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain7.9 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Population12,182
Population Density613 / sq mi
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates33.9025°, 10.0598°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceGabès Governorate
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation7.9 inches (200 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bou Chemma

Bou Chemma is a small city in Tunisia (Gabès Governorate) with a population of 12,182. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.

Climate in Bou Chemma

Bou Chemma has an average annual temperature of 20.7°C (69°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.2°C), the coldest is Jan (12.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 187 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 12.5°C / 55°F 7.9° / 17.1° 22.6
Feb 13.2°C / 56°F 8.3° / 18.1° 12.1
Mar 15.8°C / 60°F 11.4° / 20.3° 17.8
Apr 18.9°C / 66°F 14.8° / 23° 16.4
May 22.2°C / 72°F 18.4° / 26° 11.9
Jun 25.7°C / 78°F 21.9° / 29.5° 2.8
Jul 28.4°C / 83°F 24.5° / 32.3° 0.3
Aug 29.2°C / 85°F 25.2° / 33.2° 1.7
Sep 27°C / 81°F 23.1° / 30.8° 29.2
Oct 23.2°C / 74°F 18.6° / 27.7° 30.7
Nov 18°C / 64°F 13.2° / 22.8° 18.0
Dec 13.8°C / 57°F 9.1° / 18.5° 23.7
Bou Chemma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 322 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 7.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.1°F
26% above Tunisia avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Area19.9 sq mi (51.5 km²)
Population Density613/sq mi
Coordinates33.9025°N, 10.0598°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.9"
79% below Tunisia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 1.38"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 9, 2025.

May 21, 2018 23 km SSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M5.1 65 km
Feb 3, 2025 20 km W of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.7 82 km
Mar 13, 1992 20 km SW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.5 73 km
May 11, 1994 24 km SSE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.4 146 km
Mar 4, 2003 9 km W of As Sanad, Tunisia M4.4 103 km
Apr 9, 2025 24 km WSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.4 79 km
May 4, 2017 13 km NE of Zarzis, Tunisia M4.4 111 km
Jun 19, 1992 22 km ESE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.2 138 km
Aug 7, 2007 33 km N of Gafsa, Tunisia M4.2 147 km
May 29, 2008 44 km NNE of Kebili, Tunisia M4.2 84 km
Sep 8, 2022 21 km N of Skhira, Tunisia M4.1 66 km
Jan 5, 1998 11 km ESE of Gabès, Tunisia M3.9 16 km
Mar 29, 1996 7 km E of Bir el Hafey, Tunisia M3.8 134 km
May 9, 2001 43 km ESE of Skhira, Tunisia M3.8 56 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.7 in
March 60°F (15°C) 0.9 in
April 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in
May 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
July 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 83°F (29°C) 0.1 in Warmest
September 80°F (26°C) 0.8 in
October 72°F (22°C) 1.4 in Wettest
November 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in
December 55°F (13°C) 1.2 in

Bou Chemma has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 54°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 7.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.4") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Bou Chemma

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
المدرسة الابتدائية عبد المجيد بوشماوي
المدرسة الابتدائية 2 مارس
مدرسة النحال
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Radio Stations near Bou Chemma

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Bou Chemma

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée Naturel Du Sud Tunisien
متحف العادات والتقاليد

Libraries in Bou Chemma

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
المكتبة العمومية بوذرف0.0

Farmers Markets in Bou Chemma

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
السوق الأسبوعية
سوق السبت بوذرف
سوق جارة

Cafes in Bou Chemma

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Total

Gas Stations in Bou Chemma

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Total
عجيل

Stadiums & Teams in Bou Chemma

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Bou Chemma

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Djerba Zarzis International AirportDJELarge Airport
Gabès Matmata International AirportGAEMedium Airport
Medenine AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bou Chemma

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de Poste Bouchemma

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bou Chemma

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mosque

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Tunis
Website
commune-bouchemma.gov.tn/

🇹🇳 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 Bou Chemma

What is the population of Bou Chemma?

Bou Chemma has a population of 12,182 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 613 people per square mile, spread across 19.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bou Chemma?

Bou Chemma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.9 inches.

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