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Jilma, Tunisia

Sidi Bouzid Governorate · Tunisia

Jilma is a small city in Sidi Bouzid Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 5,887. Elevation: 1,194 ft (364 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,887 Population 260/sq mi density
1,194 ft Elevation 364 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
10.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone

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About Jilma

Jilma

Jilma is a town and commune in the Sidi Bou Zid Governorate, Tunisia. As of 2004 it had a population of 5,405.

People

Population5,887
Density260/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain10.7 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation1,194 ft (364 m)
Population5,887
Population Density260 / sq mi
Elevation1,194 ft (364 m)
Coordinates35.2731°, 9.4239°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceSidi Bouzid Governorate
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation10.7 inches (271 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Jilma

Jilma is a small city in Tunisia (Sidi Bouzid Governorate) with a population of 5,887. The city sits at an elevation of 1,194 feet (364 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.

Jilma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 317 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 10.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,194 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above Tunisia avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,194 ft (364 m)
Area22.7 sq mi (58.7 km²)
Population Density260/sq mi
Coordinates35.2731°N, 9.4239°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.7"
72% below Tunisia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 1.26"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 9, 2025.

Sep 22, 1995 14 km SE of Tébessa, Algeria M5.4 108 km
Jun 24, 2002 15 km SW of Sbikha, Tunisia M5.2 77 km
Sep 17, 1994 6 km W of Tabursuq, Tunisia M5.2 134 km
May 21, 2018 23 km SSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M5.1 100 km
Dec 3, 1998 10 km SE of El Kef, Tunisia M4.9 110 km
Feb 3, 2025 20 km W of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.7 83 km
Aug 12, 2001 16 km WSW of Sbikha, Tunisia M4.6 80 km
Nov 30, 1998 7 km WSW of Nibbar, Tunisia M4.6 129 km
Jul 15, 1993 9 km SE of Tabursuq, Tunisia M4.5 126 km
Mar 13, 1992 20 km SW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.5 92 km
Mar 4, 2003 9 km W of As Sanad, Tunisia M4.4 95 km
Apr 9, 2025 24 km WSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.4 88 km
Oct 18, 2013 6 km ENE of Seïada, Tunisia M4.4 146 km
Jun 10, 2019 3 km NNW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.3 140 km
Jan 30, 1995 7 km SW of Sbikha, Tunisia M4.3 83 km
Jun 19, 1992 22 km ESE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.2 139 km
May 29, 2008 44 km NNE of Kebili, Tunisia M4.2 136 km
Jul 13, 2006 Tunisia M4.2 117 km
Feb 2, 2018 24 km E of Bir el Ater, Algeria M4.2 115 km
Mar 25, 2023 14 km SW of Sidi el Hani, Tunisia M4.2 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (11°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 0.9 in
March 58°F (14°C) 1.2 in
April 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in
May 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
June 81°F (27°C) 0.5 in
July 86°F (30°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 85°F (30°C) 0.5 in
September 77°F (25°C) 1.3 in Wettest
October 69°F (21°C) 1.1 in
November 60°F (15°C) 1.0 in
December 53°F (12°C) 1.1 in

Jilma has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 51°F in January to 86°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (1.3") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Jilma

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Primaire Jelma Nord - - - -
Collège Ibn Ennafis Jelma - - - -
Lycée El Khawarezmi Jelma - - - -
École Primaire El Gour - - - -
École Primaire Jelma - - - -
المدرسة الإبتدائية سيدي علي بن جاء بالله بالفالتة - - - -
Lycée Jelma - - - -
Collège Jelma - - - -
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Radio Stations near Jilma

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Zitouna Zitouna FM coran, religion MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Jilma

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
المكتبة العمومية بلسودة0.0
مكتبة شارع محمد البوعزيزي0.0

Farmers Markets in Jilma

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Vegetable wholesale market
السوق الأسبوعية بسيدي بوزيد
سوق الاربعاء الاسبوعية

Restaurants in Jilma

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

L'oasis Parc

Train Stations in Jilma

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jelma

Gas Stations in Jilma

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Agil
Shell
Staroil Jelma

Stadiums & Teams in Jilma

TeamLeagueDivision

Post Offices in Jilma

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de Poste Jelma
مكتب بريد مغيلة (9146)

Churches & Religious Organizations in Jilma

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mosque
Mosque
جامع الهداية
مسجد الفالتة

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 Jilma

What is the population of Jilma?

Jilma has a population of 5,887 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 260 people per square mile, spread across 22.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jilma?

Jilma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.7 inches.

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