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Gafsa, Tunisia
Gafsa · Tunisia
Gafsa is a mid-size city in Gafsa, Tunisia with a population of 95,242. Elevation: 968 ft (295 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gafsa
Gafsa is the capital of Gafsa Governorate in Tunisia. With a population of 120,739, Gafsa is the ninth-largest Tunisian city and is 335 km from the country's capital, Tunis.
People
Climate
| Population | 95,242 |
| Population Density | 5,483 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 968 ft (295 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.4250°, 8.7842° |
| Timezone | Africa/Tunis |
| Country | 🇹🇳 Tunisia |
| State / Province | Gafsa |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 6.2 inches (158 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gafsa
Gafsa is a mid-size city in Tunisia (Gafsa) with a population of 95,242. The city sits at an elevation of 968 feet (295 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 Gafsa
Gafsa 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.2°F |
| 24% above Tunisia avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 968 ft (295 m) |
| Area | 17.4 sq mi (45.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,483/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4250°N, 8.7842°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Tunis |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
Gafsa 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").
Colleges & Universities in Gafsa
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ins.sup. des Sciences app.et technologie | College | - | , |
| مركز التكوين المهني الفلاحي بقفصة | College | - | , |
Schools in Gafsa
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École Primaire s.Ahmed Zarrouk | - | - | - | - |
| Scool driver Saber Hannachi | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة السواعي | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Ibn Sina | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة حي النور | - | - | - | - |
| معهد الحسين بوزيان | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Ibn Rached | - | - | - | - |
| École Primaire rue Miloud | - | - | - | - |
| École Primaire Gafsa ville | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Ibn Sina | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Ahmed Snoussi | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Sidi Ahmed Zarroug | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gafsa
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Tunisie Gafsa | gafsa, regional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| radio gafsa | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Gafsa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibilothèque régionale | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gafsa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| سوق المواشي بقفصة |
Hotels in Gafsa
10 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gafsa
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gafsa
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Gafsa
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Gafsa
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Gafsa
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gafsa
8 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Gafsa
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Gafsa
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gafsa
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gafsa
13 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Gafsa
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gafsa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gafsa
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gafsa Ksar International Airport | GAF | Medium Airport |
| Tozeur Nefta International Airport | TOE | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Gafsa
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| CTT (2100) | |
| PTT | |
| PTT |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gafsa
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ajjamaa Elkebir | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosquée ben Yakoub |
Quick Facts
Around Gafsa
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Gafsa
1 places within 15 km
- • Borg Gafsa
🇹🇳 About Tunisia
Public Holidays in Tunisia
8 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gafsa
What is the population of Gafsa?
Gafsa has a population of 95,242 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 5,483 people per square mile, spread across 17.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gafsa?
Gafsa 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.