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Skhira, Tunisia

Sfax Governorate · Tunisia

Skhira is a small city in Sfax Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 11,944. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

11,944 Population 147/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
7.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone

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People

Population11,944
Density147/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain7.2 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Population11,944
Population Density147 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates34.2992°, 10.0700°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceSfax Governorate
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation7.2 inches (184 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Skhira

Skhira is a small city in Tunisia (Sfax Governorate) with a population of 11,944. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 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 7.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.

Climate in Skhira

Skhira has an average annual temperature of 20.7°C (69°F). The hottest month is Aug (30.9°C), the coldest is Jan (10.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 175 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 10.8°C / 51°F 2.9° / 22° 9.0
Feb 12.4°C / 54°F 4.1° / 23.9° 9.7
Mar 15°C / 59°F 5.3° / 28.2° 25.9
Apr 18°C / 64°F 8.1° / 32.3° 14.6
May 22.7°C / 73°F 13.2° / 38.2° 17.1
Jun 27.4°C / 81°F 17.3° / 42.4° 6.4
Jul 30.7°C / 87°F 21.7° / 44.1° 2.3
Aug 30.9°C / 88°F 23.3° / 44.3° 9.8
Sep 27.6°C / 82°F 18.4° / 39.2° 26.7
Oct 22.9°C / 73°F 14.9° / 34.8° 24.8
Nov 17.4°C / 63°F 8.5° / 28.9° 13.0
Dec 13°C / 55°F 5.5° / 23.2° 16.3
Skhira 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 323 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 7.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above Tunisia avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area81.4 sq mi (210.8 km²)
Population Density147/sq mi
Coordinates34.2992°N, 10.0700°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.2"
81% below Tunisia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 1.30"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 9, 2025.

May 21, 2018 23 km SSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M5.1 36 km
Feb 3, 2025 20 km W of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.7 49 km
Mar 13, 1992 20 km SW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.5 43 km
May 11, 1994 24 km SSE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.4 146 km
May 4, 2017 13 km NE of Zarzis, Tunisia M4.4 131 km
Mar 4, 2003 9 km W of As Sanad, Tunisia M4.4 85 km
Apr 9, 2025 24 km WSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.4 49 km
Jun 19, 1992 22 km ESE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.2 134 km
Mar 25, 2023 14 km SW of Sidi el Hani, Tunisia M4.2 143 km
May 29, 2008 44 km NNE of Kebili, Tunisia M4.2 87 km
Aug 7, 2007 33 km N of Gafsa, Tunisia M4.2 126 km
Sep 8, 2022 21 km N of Skhira, Tunisia M4.1 22 km
May 1, 2002 3 km ESE of Sidi Alouane, Tunisia M4.0 145 km
Jan 5, 1998 11 km ESE of Gabès, Tunisia M3.9 54 km
Mar 29, 1996 7 km E of Bir el Hafey, Tunisia M3.8 101 km
May 9, 2001 43 km ESE of Skhira, Tunisia M3.8 43 km
Nov 4, 1990 37 km SE of Melloulèche, Tunisia M3.8 137 km
May 1, 2002 4 km W of Chebba, Tunisia M3.7 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in
March 58°F (15°C) 0.8 in
April 63°F (17°C) 0.5 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in Warmest
September 78°F (26°C) 0.8 in
October 71°F (22°C) 1.3 in Wettest
November 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in
December 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in

Skhira has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 53°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 7.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.3") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Skhira

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Primaire Ouled Neffati
المدرسة الإبتدائية 02 مارس 1934
المدرسة الإعدادية ابن خلدون
المدرسة الإبتدائية جروالة
المدرسة الإبتدائية بوسعيد
المدرسة الإبتدائية حمادة
المدرسة الإبتدائية فندق الشيباني
المدرسة الإبتدائية سيدي مهذب
المدرسة الإبتدائية وادي النخلة
معهد العهد الجديد
المدرسة الإبتدائية البشير المهذبي
المدرسة الإعدادية الصخيرة
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Radio Stations near Skhira

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Skhira

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Publique Skhira0.0

Restaurants in Skhira

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ennadhour

Cafes in Skhira

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beach coffee

Train Stations in Skhira

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

الحمادة
الصخيرة

Gas Stations in Skhira

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Agil Skhira
Total
ستار اويل

Banks in Skhira

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

الشركة التونسية للبنك الصخيرة

Stadiums & Teams in Skhira

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Skhira

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Djerba Zarzis International AirportDJELarge Airport
Sfax Thyna International AirportSFALarge Airport
Gabès Matmata International AirportGAEMedium Airport

Post Offices in Skhira

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
مكتب بريد الصخيرة (3050)

Churches & Religious Organizations in Skhira

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mosque
سيدي مهذب

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 Skhira

What is the population of Skhira?

Skhira has a population of 11,944 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 147 people per square mile, spread across 81.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Skhira?

Skhira 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 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.2 inches.

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