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El Ksar, Tunisia

Gafsa · Tunisia

El Ksar is a mid-size city in Gafsa, Tunisia with a population of 33,729. Elevation: 932 ft (284 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

33,729 Population 57,168/sq mi density
932 ft Elevation 284 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
6.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone

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About El Ksar

El Ksar

El Ksar is a town and commune in the Gafsa Governorate, Tunisia. As of 2004 it had a population of 29,617.

People

Population33,729
Density57,168/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain6.2 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation932 ft (284 m)
Population33,729
Population Density57,168 / sq mi
Elevation932 ft (284 m)
Coordinates34.3992°, 8.8040°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceGafsa
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation6.2 inches (158 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Ksar

El Ksar is a mid-size city in Tunisia (Gafsa) with a population of 33,729. The city sits at an elevation of 932 feet (284 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.

Climate in El Ksar

El Ksar has an average annual temperature of 20.2°C (68°F). The hottest month is Jul (31°C), the coldest is Jan (10°C). Average annual precipitation is 151 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C / 50°F 4.3° / 15.8° 16.4
Feb 11.3°C / 52°F 4.9° / 17.7° 7.8
Mar 15°C / 59°F 8.5° / 21.5° 15.3
Apr 19°C / 66°F 12.2° / 25.7° 17.8
May 23.2°C / 74°F 16.1° / 30.3° 12.1
Jun 27.9°C / 82°F 20.3° / 35.5° 3.5
Jul 31°C / 88°F 23.3° / 38.7° 3.0
Aug 30.6°C / 87°F 23.4° / 37.9° 4.3
Sep 26.5°C / 80°F 20.3° / 32.7° 20.5
Oct 21.8°C / 71°F 15.5° / 28° 18.7
Nov 15.2°C / 59°F 9.2° / 21.2° 18.5
Dec 11°C / 52°F 5.5° / 16.6° 13.4
El Ksar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 325 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 6.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 932 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average67.2°F
24% above Tunisia avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Geography

Elevation932 ft (284 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density57,168/sq mi
Coordinates34.3992°N, 8.8040°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.2"
84% below Tunisia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 0.83"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

27 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 M5.4 114 km
Jun 12, 1992 19 km SSW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M5.2 51 km
Mar 20, 1997 7 km ESE of Degache, Tunisia M5.2 68 km
Aug 17, 2025 47 km W of Chebika, Tunisia M5.1 126 km
May 21, 2018 23 km SSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M5.1 83 km
Apr 4, 2023 7 km ESE of Chebika, Tunisia M5.0 74 km
Feb 3, 2025 20 km W of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.7 77 km
Apr 4, 2013 20 km SW of Nefta, Tunisia M4.7 124 km
Dec 13, 2001 33 km SW of Cheria, Algeria M4.6 144 km
Jul 12, 2006 11 km SW of Nefta, Tunisia M4.6 114 km
Mar 13, 1992 20 km SW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.5 79 km
Aug 17, 2025 42 km W of Chebika, Tunisia M4.5 122 km
May 11, 1994 24 km SSE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.4 43 km
Mar 4, 2003 9 km W of As Sanad, Tunisia M4.4 33 km
Apr 9, 2025 24 km WSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.4 73 km
Jun 10, 2019 3 km NNW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.3 39 km
Feb 2, 2018 24 km E of Bir el Ater, Algeria M4.2 60 km
Aug 30, 2025 33 km WNW of Tamaghzah, Tunisia M4.2 109 km
Jun 19, 1992 22 km ESE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.2 27 km
May 29, 2008 44 km NNE of Kebili, Tunisia M4.2 50 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in
March 58°F (14°C) 0.8 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
May 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in
June 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
July 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 86°F (30°C) 0.2 in Warmest
September 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in
October 69°F (21°C) 0.7 in
November 58°F (15°C) 0.6 in
December 51°F (11°C) 0.7 in

El Ksar has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 50°F in January to 86°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 6.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.8") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in El Ksar

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Primaire Cité Hached Lalla
معهد 14 جانفي
المدرسة الابتدائية لالة
المعهد الثانوي أحمد التليلي
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Radio Stations near El Ksar

2 stations within ~55 km.

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

Libraries in El Ksar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibilothèque régionale0.0

Farmers Markets in El Ksar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
سوق المواشي بقفصة

Cafes in El Ksar

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café bayech
Maqha Buvette
Maqha Buvette

Train Stations in El Ksar

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aguila
Gafsa

Bus Stations in El Ksar

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Louage Station

Gas Stations in El Ksar

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in El Ksar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near El Ksar

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gafsa Ksar International AirportGAFMedium Airport
Tozeur Nefta International AirportTOEMedium Airport

Post Offices in El Ksar

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
مكتب بريد الرقوبة (2169)
مكتب بريد القصر (2111)

Churches & Religious Organizations in El Ksar

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Great Mosque
Mosque

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Tunis
Website
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080787241911

🇹🇳 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 El Ksar

What is the population of El Ksar?

El Ksar has a population of 33,729 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 57,168 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Ksar?

El Ksar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.2 inches.

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