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M’dhilla, Tunisia

Gafsa · Tunisia

M’dhilla is a small city in Gafsa, Tunisia with a population of 12,814. Elevation: 1,096 ft (334 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

12,814 Population 132/sq mi density
1,096 ft Elevation 334 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
5.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone

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People

Population12,814
Density132/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain5.5 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation1,096 ft (334 m)
Population12,814
Population Density132 / sq mi
Elevation1,096 ft (334 m)
Coordinates34.2510°, 8.7470°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceGafsa
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation5.5 inches (140 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About M’dhilla

M’dhilla is a small city in Tunisia (Gafsa) with a population of 12,814. The city sits at an elevation of 1,096 feet (334 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.

Climate in M’dhilla

M’dhilla 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C / 50°F 4.3° / 15.8° 16.4
Feb 11.3°C / 52°F 4.9° / 17.7° 7.8
Mar 15°C / 59°F 8.5° / 21.5° 15.3
Apr 19°C / 66°F 12.2° / 25.7° 17.8
May 23.2°C / 74°F 16.1° / 30.3° 12.1
Jun 27.9°C / 82°F 20.3° / 35.5° 3.5
Jul 31°C / 88°F 23.3° / 38.7° 3.0
Aug 30.6°C / 87°F 23.4° / 37.9° 4.3
Sep 26.5°C / 80°F 20.3° / 32.7° 20.5
Oct 21.8°C / 71°F 15.5° / 28° 18.7
Nov 15.2°C / 59°F 9.2° / 21.2° 18.5
Dec 11°C / 52°F 5.5° / 16.6° 13.4
M’dhilla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 326 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 5.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,096 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above Tunisia avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,096 ft (334 m)
Area97.2 sq mi (251.8 km²)
Population Density132/sq mi
Coordinates34.2510°N, 8.7470°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 5.5"
86% below Tunisia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 0.75"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

26 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 30, 2025.

Sep 22, 1995 14 km SE of Tébessa, Algeria M5.4 127 km
Mar 20, 1997 7 km ESE of Degache, Tunisia M5.2 53 km
Jun 12, 1992 19 km SSW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M5.2 39 km
Aug 17, 2025 47 km W of Chebika, Tunisia M5.1 122 km
May 21, 2018 23 km SSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M5.1 90 km
Apr 4, 2023 7 km ESE of Chebika, Tunisia M5.0 68 km
Apr 4, 2013 20 km SW of Nefta, Tunisia M4.7 111 km
Feb 3, 2025 20 km W of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.7 87 km
Dec 13, 2001 33 km SW of Cheria, Algeria M4.6 149 km
Jul 12, 2006 11 km SW of Nefta, Tunisia M4.6 101 km
Aug 17, 2025 42 km W of Chebika, Tunisia M4.5 117 km
Mar 13, 1992 20 km SW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.5 87 km
Apr 9, 2025 24 km WSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.4 82 km
Mar 4, 2003 9 km W of As Sanad, Tunisia M4.4 44 km
May 11, 1994 24 km SSE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.4 28 km
Jun 10, 2019 3 km NNW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.3 35 km
Jun 19, 1992 22 km ESE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.2 13 km
May 29, 2008 44 km NNE of Kebili, Tunisia M4.2 44 km
Feb 2, 2018 24 km E of Bir el Ater, Algeria M4.2 69 km
Aug 30, 2025 33 km WNW of Tamaghzah, Tunisia M4.2 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in
March 58°F (15°C) 0.8 in Wettest
April 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in
May 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
June 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
July 87°F (30°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 87°F (30°C) 0.2 in Warmest
September 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in
October 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in
December 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in

M’dhilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 50°F in January to 87°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 5.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.8") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in M’dhilla

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
مدرسة حي القرية
المعهد الثانوي بالمظيلة
المدرسة الإعدادية المظيلة 1
المدرسة الابتدائية حي توفيق
المدرسة الابتدائية حي العمال
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Radio Stations near M’dhilla

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Tunisie Gafsa gafsa, regional MP3 128 kbps
radio gafsa MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in M’dhilla

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibilothèque régionale0.0

Farmers Markets in M’dhilla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
سوق المواشي بقفصة

Train Stations in M’dhilla

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mdhilla
Sehib

Stadiums & Teams in M’dhilla

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near M’dhilla

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gafsa Ksar International AirportGAFMedium Airport
Tozeur Nefta International AirportTOEMedium Airport

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 M’dhilla

What is the population of M’dhilla?

M’dhilla has a population of 12,814 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 132 people per square mile, spread across 97.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in M’dhilla?

M’dhilla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.5 inches.

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