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Fernana, Tunisia

Jendouba Governorate · Tunisia

Fernana is a small town in Jendouba Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 4,681. Elevation: 955 ft (291 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

4,681 Population 286/sq mi density
955 ft Elevation 291 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
26.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone

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About Fernana

Fernana

Fernana is a town and commune in the Jendouba Governorate about 170 km from Tunis, Tunisia. In 2006 the municipal center of the commune had a population of 3,206. It is now estimated to more than 5,000 inhabitants. The whole commune has about 50,000 inhabitants. Most inhabitants work in agriculture, particularly in tobacco farming.

People

Population4,681
Density286/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain26.0 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation955 ft (291 m)
Population4,681
Population Density286 / sq mi
Elevation955 ft (291 m)
Coordinates36.6555°, 8.6960°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceJendouba Governorate
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation26.0 inches (660 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Fernana

Fernana is a small town in Tunisia (Jendouba Governorate) with a population of 4,681. The city sits at an elevation of 955 feet (291 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.

Climate in Fernana

Fernana has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.8°C), the coldest is Jan (10.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 502 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 10.4°C / 51°F 5.3° / 15.4° 69.7
Feb 10.9°C / 52°F 5.2° / 16.6° 56.7
Mar 13.2°C / 56°F 6.8° / 19.5° 53.7
Apr 16°C / 61°F 9.3° / 22.7° 44.4
May 20.4°C / 69°F 12.6° / 28.2° 38.0
Jun 25.4°C / 78°F 17° / 33.8° 15.1
Jul 28.4°C / 83°F 19.9° / 37° 5.9
Aug 28.8°C / 84°F 20.5° / 37° 13.8
Sep 25°C / 77°F 18.1° / 31.8° 40.3
Oct 20.8°C / 69°F 14.3° / 27.4° 44.5
Nov 15.3°C / 60°F 9.7° / 20.9° 56.2
Dec 11.7°C / 53°F 6.6° / 16.8° 64.1
Fernana enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 289 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 26.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 955 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above Tunisia avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Geography

Elevation955 ft (291 m)
Area16.3 sq mi (42.3 km²)
Population Density286/sq mi
Coordinates36.6555°N, 8.6960°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.0"
32% below Tunisia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.70"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Sep 7, 2022.

Sep 17, 1994 6 km W of Tabursuq, Tunisia M5.2 48 km
Jun 24, 2002 15 km SW of Sbikha, Tunisia M5.2 139 km
Apr 5, 2002 9 km SSW of Azzaba, Algeria M5.0 145 km
Dec 3, 1998 10 km SE of El Kef, Tunisia M4.9 61 km
Apr 1, 2021 21 km WSW of Guelma, Algeria M4.8 137 km
Nov 30, 1998 7 km WSW of Nibbar, Tunisia M4.6 43 km
Aug 12, 2001 16 km WSW of Sbikha, Tunisia M4.6 133 km
Sep 20, 2003 13 km ENE of Azzaba, Algeria M4.6 131 km
Jul 30, 1998 18 km NW of Héliopolis, Algeria M4.5 125 km
Jul 15, 1993 9 km SE of Tabursuq, Tunisia M4.5 63 km
May 13, 2007 7 km SSW of El Battan, Tunisia M4.5 99 km
Jan 31, 2008 24 km SSW of Guelma, Algeria M4.4 133 km
Jan 26, 1995 13 km W of Douar Tindja, Tunisia M4.3 98 km
Jan 19, 1997 11 km WNW of Sedrata, Algeria M4.3 127 km
Jan 22, 2004 11 km SSW of El Tarf, Algeria M4.3 40 km
May 17, 2008 19 km S of Azzaba, Algeria M4.3 139 km
Jan 30, 1995 7 km SW of Sbikha, Tunisia M4.3 142 km
Jan 9, 2012 25 km ENE of Souk Ahras, Algeria M4.2 53 km
Apr 15, 2008 11 km SW of Tabarka, Tunisia M4.2 24 km
Sep 7, 2022 19 km SSE of Azzaba, Algeria M4.2 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (10°C) 3.7 in Coldest, Wettest
February 51°F (10°C) 3.4 in
March 53°F (12°C) 2.9 in
April 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
May 66°F (19°C) 1.6 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.8 in
July 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 1.6 in
October 66°F (19°C) 2.3 in
November 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
December 51°F (11°C) 3.7 in

Fernana has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 49°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Fernana

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Primaire Jantoura
المدرسة الثانوية فرنانة
مدرسة إعدادية
Lycée Ibn Khaldoun Fernana
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Radio Stations near Fernana

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Tunisie Kef MP3 128 kbps
Radio Kef MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Fernana

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archeological Museum of Chemtou
Musée de Bulla Regia
شمتو

Farmers Markets in Fernana

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
السوق البلدي
سوق الأربعاء

Cafes in Fernana

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

مقهى الفجوج 2

Gas Stations in Fernana

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TN #485734284

Stadiums & Teams in Fernana

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Fernana

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tabarka-Aïn Draham International AirportTBJMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fernana

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
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 Fernana

What is the population of Fernana?

Fernana has a population of 4,681 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 286 people per square mile, spread across 16.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Fernana?

Fernana enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.0 inches.

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