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Kairouan, Tunisia
Kairouan · Tunisia
Kairouan is a large city in Kairouan, Tunisia with a population of 139,070. Elevation: 213 ft (65 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Kairouan
Kairouan, also spelled El Qayrawān or Kairwan, is the capital of the Kairouan Governorate in Tunisia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city was founded by the Umayyads around 670, in the period of Caliph Mu'awiya ; this is when it became an important centre for Sunni Islamic scholarship and Quranic learning, attracting Muslims from various parts of the world. The Mosque of Uqba is situated in the city.
People
Climate
| Population | 139,070 |
| Population Density | 2,333 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.6781°, 10.0963° |
| Timezone | Africa/Tunis |
| Country | 🇹🇳 Tunisia |
| State / Province | Kairouan |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.0 inches (304 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kairouan
Kairouan is a large city in Tunisia (Kairouan) with a population of 139,070. The city sits at an elevation of 213 feet (65 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.
Climate in Kairouan
Kairouan has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jul (30.8°C), the coldest is Jan (12.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 315 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.7°F |
| 25% above Tunisia avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Area | 59.6 sq mi (154.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,333/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6781°N, 10.0963°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Tunis |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 1.4 in |
Kairouan has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 53°F in January to 85°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 12.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (1.7") and July the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Kairouan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Institut Supérieur d'Informatique et de Gestion | College | — | — |
| ISET Kairouan | University | — | — |
| Université de Kairouan | University | — | — |
| المعهد العالي للعلوم التطبيقية والتكنولوجيا بالقيروان | University | — | — |
| جامعة القيروان للخدمات الجامعية | University | — | — |
| كلية الاداب والعلوم الانسانية بالقيروان | University | — | — |
| مدرسة الحرس الوطني بالشبيكة | College | — | — |
Schools in Kairouan
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collège Okba Ibn Nafaa | — | — | — | — |
| Sectoriel De Formation En Energétique De Kairouan | — | — | — | — |
| Collège Dar El Amen | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Dar El Amen | — | — | — | — |
| École Primaire Dar El Amen | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Pilote de Kairouan | — | — | — | — |
| المدرسة الإبتدائية المرازيق | — | — | — | — |
| المدرسة الإبتدائية أولاد حمودة | — | — | — | — |
| المدرسة الإبتدائية الغابات | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Rakkada | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Ibn Jazzar Kairouan | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Okba Ibn Nafi | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة ثانوية | — | — | — | — |
| Collège 2 Mars | — | — | — | — |
| École Primaire El Aswar | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée secondaire Ibn Rachik | — | — | — | — |
| École El Mansoura | — | — | — | — |
| École Primaire Rakkada | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kairouan
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kairouan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpet Museum | ||||
| Rakada Palace Museum | ||||
| Sidi Abid el-Ghariani Zaouia | ||||
| Zaouia of Sidi Sahabi |
Libraries in Kairouan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèqe Municipale | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kairouan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de la Mansoura | |||||
| Souk Libia | |||||
| سوق الجملة للخضر و الغلال بالقيروان |
Hotels in Kairouan
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kairouan
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kairouan
17 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kairouan
6 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kairouan
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Kairouan
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kairouan
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kairouan
19 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kairouan
15 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kairouan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kairouan
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Enfidha - Hammamet International Airport | NBE | Medium Airport |
| Monastir Habib Bourguiba International Airport | MIR | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Kairouan
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bureau de Poste Cité El Hajjem (3129) | |
| Kairouan | |
| Kairouan | |
| Kairouan El Mansoura | |
| القيروان - المدينة العتيقة (3172) |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Kairouan
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Kairouan | Cultural | 1988 |
| القيروان |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kairouan
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| El Lawlib Mosque | |
| Great Mosque of Kairouan | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque al Malik (King mosque) | |
| Sidi amor Abada | |
| Three Doors Mosque | |
| مسجد الباي | |
| مقام أبي زمعة البلوي |
Quick Facts
Around Kairouan
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Kairouan
2 places within 15 km
- • Rakada Palace
- • Sidi Abid el-Ghariani Zaouia
🇹🇳 About Tunisia
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Kairouan
Public Holidays in Tunisia
8 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Kairouan
What is the population of Kairouan?
Kairouan has a population of 139,070 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 2,333 people per square mile, spread across 59.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kairouan?
Kairouan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.0 inches.