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Jerissa, Tunisia
Kef Governorate · Tunisia
Jerissa is a small city in Kef Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 9,807. Elevation: 2,080 ft (634 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Jerissa
Jérissa, also spelled Djérissa, is a town and commune in the Kef Governorate, Tunisia. As of 2004 it had a population of 11,298. It is located 51.7 kilometres (32.1 mi) by road east of the Algerian town of Ouenza.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,807 |
| Population Density | 7,909 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,080 ft (634 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.8451°, 8.6303° |
| Timezone | Africa/Tunis |
| Country | 🇹🇳 Tunisia |
| State / Province | Kef Governorate |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.4 inches (442 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jerissa
Jerissa is a small city in Tunisia (Kef Governorate) with a population of 9,807. The city sits at an elevation of 2,080 feet (634 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above Tunisia avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,080 ft (634 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,909/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.8451°N, 8.6303°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Tunis |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | Wettest |
Jerissa has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 46°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.1") and July the driest (0.4").
Radio Stations near Jerissa
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Tunisie Kef | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Kef | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Train Stations in Jerissa
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Jerissa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Jerissa
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cheikh Larbi Tébessi Airport | TEE | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Tunisia
8 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Jerissa?
Jerissa has a population of 9,807 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 7,909 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jerissa?
Jerissa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.4 inches.