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Kerker, Tunisia

Mahdia Governorate · Tunisia

Kerker is a small city in Mahdia Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 7,478. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

7,478 Population 865/sq mi density
184 ft Elevation 56 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
11.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone

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People

Population7,478
Density865/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain11.4 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Population7,478
Population Density865 / sq mi
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Coordinates35.4816°, 10.6422°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceMahdia Governorate
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation11.4 inches (289 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kerker

Kerker is a small city in Tunisia (Mahdia Governorate) with a population of 7,478. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.

Kerker enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 315 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 11.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above Tunisia avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Geography

Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Area8.7 sq mi (22.4 km²)
Population Density865/sq mi
Coordinates35.4816°N, 10.6422°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.4"
70% below Tunisia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 1.50"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 9, 2025.

Jun 24, 2002 15 km SW of Sbikha, Tunisia M5.2 80 km
May 21, 2018 23 km SSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M5.1 147 km
Feb 7, 2005 26 km SSE of Douane, Tunisia M5.1 85 km
Dec 29, 1990 34 km NE of Monastir, Tunisia M5.0 71 km
Aug 8, 1991 Tunisia M4.8 93 km
Feb 3, 2025 20 km W of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.7 140 km
Feb 7, 2005 36 km NNE of Skanes, Tunisia M4.7 73 km
Aug 12, 2001 16 km WSW of Sbikha, Tunisia M4.6 86 km
Oct 29, 1995 56 km ENE of Mahdia, Tunisia M4.6 94 km
Mar 13, 1992 20 km SW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.5 144 km
Jan 11, 2002 13 km SE of El Maamoura, Tunisia M4.5 103 km
Apr 9, 2025 24 km WSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.4 146 km
Oct 21, 2013 3 km ESE of Bekalta, Tunisia M4.4 38 km
Oct 18, 2013 6 km ENE of Seïada, Tunisia M4.4 37 km
Jan 30, 1995 7 km SW of Sbikha, Tunisia M4.3 76 km
Mar 29, 2024 24 km SE of Menzel Heurr, Tunisia M4.3 129 km
Jun 27, 2005 73 km ESE of El Maamoura, Tunisia M4.2 109 km
Jul 13, 2006 Tunisia M4.2 41 km
Mar 25, 2023 14 km SW of Sidi el Hani, Tunisia M4.2 41 km
Feb 14, 1999 27 km SSE of Hammamet, Tunisia M4.1 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Pantelleria (189 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Pantelleria Shield 836 m (2,743 ft) 1891 189 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 1.1 in
March 58°F (14°C) 1.2 in
April 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in
May 69°F (20°C) 0.7 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 82°F (28°C) 0.3 in Warmest
September 78°F (25°C) 1.5 in
October 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in Wettest
November 61°F (16°C) 1.4 in
December 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in

Kerker has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 53°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 11.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.5") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Kerker

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
المدرسة الابتدائية أولاد عبد الله
المدرسة الابتدائية الملاهمة
المدرسة الإعدادية بكركر
معهد كركر
مدرسة 2 مارس 1934 بكركر
مدرسة كركر المحطة
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Radio Stations near Kerker

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Jawhara FM MP3 128 kbps
Ambiance FM arabic, jazz MP3
Radio Monastir MP3 128 kbps
Radio Tunisie Monastir monastir, regional MP3 128 kbps
Radio Tunisia Med généraliste, monde MP3 128 kbps
M-80's Radio (US) 80's, 80s MP3 128 kbps
M-Pressive Radio! (US) MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Kerker

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dar El Jem
El Jem Museum
Museum of the South Quarters of Thysdrus

Libraries in Kerker

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Maison de Culture0.0
Public Library0.0
المكتبة العمومية بقصيبة المديوني0.0

Farmers Markets in Kerker

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Central
Marché Hebdomadaire
Marché local de Ksibet El Mediounin
Marché Municipal
souk;Souk (fripperie)
السوق الأسبوعي
السوق اﻷسبوعية
السوق البلدي
السوق البلدية
سوق الجملة
سوق الجملة للخضر و الغلال

Cafes in Kerker

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café La Reine

Train Stations in Kerker

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

بوقبرين
كركر

Gas Stations in Kerker

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

عجيل

Stadiums & Teams in Kerker

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kerker

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Enfidha - Hammamet International AirportNBEMedium Airport
Monastir Habib Bourguiba International AirportMIRMedium Airport

Post Offices in Kerker

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
مكتب بريد كركر (5112)

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kerker

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mosque
Mosque
Mosque
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 Kerker

What is the population of Kerker?

Kerker has a population of 7,478 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 865 people per square mile, spread across 8.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kerker?

Kerker enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.4 inches.

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