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El Kef, Tunisia
Kef Governorate · Tunisia
El Kef is a mid-size city in Kef Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 53,596. Elevation: 2,057 ft (627 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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About El Kef
El Kef, is a city in northwestern Tunisia. It serves as the capital of the Kef Governorate.
People
Climate
| Population | 53,596 |
| Population Density | 255,219 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,057 ft (627 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.1742°, 8.7049° |
| Timezone | Africa/Tunis |
| Country | 🇹🇳 Tunisia |
| State / Province | Kef Governorate |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.8 inches (527 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Kef
El Kef is a mid-size city in Tunisia (Kef Governorate) with a population of 53,596. The city sits at an elevation of 2,057 feet (627 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.
Climate in El Kef
El Kef has an average annual temperature of 17.3°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jul (28.7°C), the coldest is Jan (7.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 527 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.0°F |
| 15% above Tunisia avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,057 ft (627 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 255,219/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1742°N, 8.7049°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Tunis |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 2.7 in |
El Kef has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 47°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.7") and July the driest (0.3").
Schools in El Kef
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| المدرسة الاعدادية برنوسة | — | — | — | — |
| معهد 2 مارس | — | — | — | — |
| المعهد النموذجي بالكاف | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near El Kef
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Tunisie Kef | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Kef | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in El Kef
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Musée des Arts et Traditions Populaires |
Libraries in El Kef
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque Municipale De Touiref | 0.0 |
Hotels in El Kef
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in El Kef
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in El Kef
9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in El Kef
3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in El Kef
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in El Kef
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Kef
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Kef
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Kef
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cheikh Larbi Tébessi Airport | TEE | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in El Kef
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bureau de Poste Le Kef |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Kef
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Basilique Saint-Pierre du Kef | |
| Cité Eddir | |
| Dar El Kadria | |
| Mausoleum Sidi Bou Lafa | |
| Synagogue | |
| سيدي علي التركي |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near El Kef
8 places within 15 km
- • Les grottes de Sidi Mansour
- • Kef Ghrab - grotte
- • Basilique Saint-Pierre du Kef
- • Cisternes Romaines
- • Dar el Kahia
- • la Kasbah
- • Les Thermes Romain de Hammam Mellegue
- + 1 more
🇹🇳 About Tunisia
Public Holidays in Tunisia
8 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About El Kef
What is the population of El Kef?
El Kef has a population of 53,596 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 255,219 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Kef?
El Kef enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.8 inches.