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Douz, Tunisia

Kebili Governorate · Tunisia

Douz is a mid-size city in Kebili Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 30,245. Elevation: 203 ft (62 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

30,245 Population 109/sq mi density
203 ft Elevation 62 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
4.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone

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About Douz

Douz

Douz is a town in the Kebili Governorate in the south of Tunisia, known as the "gateway to the Sahara." By road it is located 31 kilometres (19 mi) southwest of Blidet, 125 kilometres (78 mi) southeast of Tozeur, and 475 kilometres (295 mi) south of the Tunisian capital of Tunis.

People

Population30,245
Density109/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain4.1 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation203 ft (62 m)
Population30,245
Population Density109 / sq mi
Elevation203 ft (62 m)
Coordinates33.4663°, 9.0203°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceKebili Governorate
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation4.1 inches (104 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Douz

Douz is a mid-size city in Tunisia (Kebili Governorate) with a population of 30,245. The city sits at an elevation of 203 feet (62 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 91°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.

Climate in Douz

Douz has an average annual temperature of 22.5°C (73°F). The hottest month is Jul (34.3°C), the coldest is Jan (10.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 56 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 10.1°C / 50°F 0.3° / 21.9° 2.7
Feb 12.7°C / 55°F 2.8° / 24.9° 2.8
Mar 16.3°C / 61°F 4.4° / 30.3° 7.8
Apr 20.6°C / 69°F 8.7° / 36.6° 10.1
May 25.9°C / 79°F 14.1° / 41° 5.5
Jun 31.8°C / 89°F 18.9° / 46.8° 0.5
Jul 34.3°C / 94°F 22.4° / 48.3° 0.2
Aug 33.9°C / 93°F 23.8° / 46.9° 1.4
Sep 30.3°C / 87°F 19.5° / 42.7° 5.5
Oct 24.1°C / 75°F 14.1° / 37.6° 5.8
Nov 17.2°C / 63°F 7.1° / 30.9° 9.4
Dec 12.2°C / 54°F 3.3° / 23.9° 4.8
Douz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. The area gets 329 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 4.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 203 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average71.5°F
32% above Tunisia avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Geography

Elevation203 ft (62 m)
Area278.2 sq mi (720.6 km²)
Population Density109/sq mi
Coordinates33.4663°N, 9.0203°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 4.1"
89% below Tunisia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 0.79"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 9, 2025.

Mar 20, 1997 7 km ESE of Degache, Tunisia M5.2 87 km
Jun 12, 1992 19 km SSW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M5.2 100 km
May 21, 2018 23 km SSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M5.1 122 km
Apr 4, 2023 7 km ESE of Chebika, Tunisia M5.0 131 km
Apr 4, 2013 20 km SW of Nefta, Tunisia M4.7 127 km
Feb 3, 2025 20 km W of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.7 132 km
Jul 12, 2006 11 km SW of Nefta, Tunisia M4.6 118 km
Mar 13, 1992 20 km SW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.5 126 km
May 11, 1994 24 km SSE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.4 87 km
Mar 4, 2003 9 km W of As Sanad, Tunisia M4.4 110 km
Apr 9, 2025 24 km WSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.4 126 km
Jun 10, 2019 3 km NNW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.3 114 km
Jun 19, 1992 22 km ESE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.2 91 km
Aug 7, 2007 33 km N of Gafsa, Tunisia M4.2 142 km
May 29, 2008 44 km NNE of Kebili, Tunisia M4.2 68 km
Jan 5, 1998 11 km ESE of Gabès, Tunisia M3.9 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in
March 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in Wettest
April 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
May 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
June 85°F (30°C) 0.0 in
July 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 90°F (32°C) 0.0 in
September 85°F (29°C) 0.3 in
October 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in

Douz has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 52°F in January to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.8") and July the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Douz

Institution Type Founded Website
Al Emtiyez College
IBN CHRAB College
ISET KEBILI College
lycée College
Lycée Lkarama College

Schools in Douz

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lycée Al Ahd Al Jadid
École 18 janvier
مدرسة ابن عرفة
معهد العهد الجديد
La Grande École
École Laouina
اعدادية الحصري
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Radio Stations near Douz

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Douz

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée du Sahara de Douz

Libraries in Douz

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
المكتبة العمومية0.0

Farmers Markets in Douz

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ancien Souq
Artisanat Market
Marché Municipal
SOUK HEBDOMADAIRE DE MARDI

Hotels in Douz

14 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

20 mars
Hôtel EL Madina Douz
Hotel El Mouradi Douz
Hotel El Mouradi Douz
Hotel Mehari
Hotel Mehari Douz
Hotel Residence Bel Habib
Hotel Sahara Douz
Hotel Sun Palm Douz
Hotel Sun Palm Douz
Hôtel Touareg
Louage station Douz
Sahara Douz
نزل أوفرا

Restaurants in Douz

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bel Habib
Restaurant La Rosa
Restaurant Les Palmiers
مطعم بوابة الصحراء

Cafes in Douz

9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANOUR
Café Ali Baba
Café Essour
Café La Rosa
Café Les Arcades
Café Republique
Cafe Sahara
PANORAMA
مقهى الحاج علي

Cinemas in Douz

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

cinema DOUZ

Theatres in Douz

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Maison de culture

Bus Stations in Douz

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

محطة النقل البري

Gas Stations in Douz

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Agil
Oilibya
Staroil
Total

Banks in Douz

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Attijari Bank
Zitouna

Stadiums & Teams in Douz

TeamLeagueDivision

Post Offices in Douz

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Douz
Douz (4260)
poste LAOUNIA

Churches & Religious Organizations in Douz

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
mosqué
Mosque
Mosque
Mosque

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 Douz

What is the population of Douz?

Douz has a population of 30,245 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 109 people per square mile, spread across 278.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Douz?

Douz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.1 inches.

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