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Metlaoui, Tunisia

Gafsa · Tunisia

Metlaoui is a mid-size city in Gafsa, Tunisia with a population of 38,634. Elevation: 732 ft (223 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

38,634 Population 61,324/sq mi density
732 ft Elevation 223 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
4.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone

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About Metlaoui

Metlaoui

Métlaoui is a town and commune in the Gafsa Governorate, Tunisia. In 2014 it had a population of 39,100.

People

Population38,634
Density61,324/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain4.7 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation732 ft (223 m)
Population38,634
Population Density61,324 / sq mi
Elevation732 ft (223 m)
Coordinates34.3208°, 8.4016°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceGafsa
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average89°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation4.7 inches (119 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Metlaoui

Metlaoui is a mid-size city in Tunisia (Gafsa) with a population of 38,634. The city sits at an elevation of 732 feet (223 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.

Climate in Metlaoui

Metlaoui has an average annual temperature of 19.7°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jul (32°C), the coldest is Jan (8°C). Average annual precipitation is 149 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 8°C / 46°F -0.6° / 20.4° 7.6
Feb 10.4°C / 51°F 1.5° / 22.4° 7.0
Mar 13.5°C / 56°F 2.2° / 26.6° 27.1
Apr 17.4°C / 63°F 5° / 32.4° 15.4
May 22.6°C / 73°F 10.3° / 36.3° 24.3
Jun 28.9°C / 84°F 15.9° / 42.4° 6.1
Jul 32°C / 90°F 20° / 44.5° 2.2
Aug 31.4°C / 88°F 21.2° / 43.1° 7.9
Sep 26.8°C / 80°F 16.1° / 38.4° 21.8
Oct 21°C / 70°F 11.5° / 32.9° 10.4
Nov 14.5°C / 58°F 4.6° / 27.1° 11.0
Dec 10.1°C / 50°F 1.9° / 21.4° 8.0
Metlaoui enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. The area gets 328 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 4.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 732 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 89°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above Tunisia avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average89°F (31°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation732 ft (223 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density61,324/sq mi
Coordinates34.3208°N, 8.4016°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 4.7"
88% below Tunisia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 0.59"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

27 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 M5.4 112 km
Mar 20, 1997 7 km ESE of Degache, Tunisia M5.2 41 km
Jun 12, 1992 19 km SSW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M5.2 19 km
Aug 17, 2025 47 km W of Chebika, Tunisia M5.1 90 km
May 21, 2018 23 km SSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M5.1 120 km
Apr 4, 2023 7 km ESE of Chebika, Tunisia M5.0 36 km
Jul 9, 2007 64 km N of Debila, Algeria M4.8 128 km
Apr 4, 2013 20 km SW of Nefta, Tunisia M4.7 90 km
Feb 3, 2025 20 km W of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.7 115 km
Dec 13, 2001 33 km SW of Cheria, Algeria M4.6 120 km
Jul 12, 2006 11 km SW of Nefta, Tunisia M4.6 81 km
Aug 17, 2025 42 km W of Chebika, Tunisia M4.5 85 km
Mar 13, 1992 20 km SW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.5 116 km
Mar 4, 2003 9 km W of As Sanad, Tunisia M4.4 71 km
May 11, 1994 24 km SSE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.4 25 km
Apr 9, 2025 24 km WSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.4 111 km
Jun 10, 2019 3 km NNW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.3 3 km
May 16, 2010 58 km ESE of Zeribet el Oued, Algeria M4.3 119 km
Feb 2, 2018 24 km E of Bir el Ater, Algeria M4.2 50 km
Aug 30, 2025 33 km WNW of Tamaghzah, Tunisia M4.2 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in
March 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in Wettest
April 67°F (19°C) 0.5 in
May 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in
June 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in
July 89°F (31°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 89°F (31°C) 0.2 in
September 82°F (28°C) 0.5 in
October 72°F (22°C) 0.5 in
November 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in
December 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in

Metlaoui has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 51°F in January to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.6") and July the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Metlaoui

Institution Type Founded Website
معهد ابن منظور المتلوي College

Schools in Metlaoui

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
معهد المتلوي
مدرسة حي العصري
مدرسة المحطة
مدرسة حي الزهور
مدرسة حي السعادة
معهد طريق قفصة
مدرسة الجمهورية
مدرسة الثالجة
معهد طريق توزر
مدرسة لمزرعه
مدرسة طريق توزر
lycée libre metlaoui
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Radio Stations near Metlaoui

2 stations within ~55 km.

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

Libraries in Metlaoui

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
مكتبة عمومية0.0

Farmers Markets in Metlaoui

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
سوق الحوت

Hotels in Metlaoui

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Camping Les Jardins
Hôtel Thelja
Maison Des Jeunes Metlaoui

Restaurants in Metlaoui

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bella Vitaa
Restaurant Banane
Restaurant du Jardin

Cafes in Metlaoui

13 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Andalous
Cafe Ben Ammi
Cafe Chebi
Cafe Elaf3a
Cafe Elmajless
Café Petit Paris
Café Sahli
Cafe Zehour
Camping Selja
مقهى الساحلي
مقهى الشابي
مقهى القدس
مقهى عروم

Theatres in Metlaoui

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

المسرح البلدي بالمتلوي

Train Stations in Metlaoui

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Metlaoui
Selja

Gas Stations in Metlaoui

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell
Total

Banks in Metlaoui

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Attijari Bank
Banque Zitouna
BIAT
STB
UIB
البنك العربي لتونس

Airports Near Metlaoui

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gafsa Ksar International AirportGAFMedium Airport
Tozeur Nefta International AirportTOEMedium Airport

Post Offices in Metlaoui

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
المتلوي
مكتب بريد الثالجة

Churches & Religious Organizations in Metlaoui

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
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 Metlaoui

What is the population of Metlaoui?

Metlaoui has a population of 38,634 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 61,324 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Metlaoui?

Metlaoui enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.7 inches.

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