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Souk Lahad, Tunisia

Kebili Governorate · Tunisia

Souk Lahad is a small city in Kebili Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 13,218. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

13,218 Population 36/sq mi density
144 ft Elevation 44 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
4.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone

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About Souk Lahad

Souk Lahad

Souk Lahad is an oasis town and commune in the Kébili Governorate, Tunisia, about 15 kilometers northwest of the town of Kébili.

People

Population13,218
Density36/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain4.1 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Population13,218
Population Density36 / sq mi
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Coordinates33.7758°, 8.8599°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceKebili Governorate
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation4.1 inches (104 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Souk Lahad

Souk Lahad is a small city in Tunisia (Kebili Governorate) with a population of 13,218. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 91°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.

Climate in Souk Lahad

Souk Lahad has an average annual temperature of 21.7°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jul (33.4°C), the coldest is Jan (9.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 80 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 9.8°C / 50°F 0.7° / 22.4° 3.3
Feb 12.3°C / 54°F 2.4° / 24.4° 3.7
Mar 15.7°C / 60°F 4.1° / 29.7° 13.3
Apr 19.6°C / 67°F 7.4° / 36° 10.1
May 24.9°C / 77°F 13.2° / 39.9° 9.9
Jun 30.7°C / 87°F 18.2° / 45.9° 1.6
Jul 33.4°C / 92°F 22.1° / 47.4° 0.3
Aug 33°C / 91°F 23.5° / 46.1° 4.1
Sep 29.3°C / 85°F 18.5° / 41.6° 11.4
Oct 23.4°C / 74°F 13.4° / 36.7° 8.2
Nov 16.7°C / 62°F 6.4° / 30° 8.7
Dec 11.8°C / 53°F 3° / 23.4° 5.7
Souk Lahad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. The area gets 329 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 4.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average72.1°F
34% above Tunisia avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area365.8 sq mi (947.4 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates33.7758°N, 8.8599°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 4.1"
89% below Tunisia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 0.75"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Mar 20, 1997 7 km ESE of Degache, Tunisia M5.2 57 km
Jun 12, 1992 19 km SSW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M5.2 65 km
May 21, 2018 23 km SSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M5.1 105 km
Aug 17, 2025 47 km W of Chebika, Tunisia M5.1 148 km
Apr 4, 2023 7 km ESE of Chebika, Tunisia M5.0 97 km
Apr 4, 2013 20 km SW of Nefta, Tunisia M4.7 107 km
Feb 3, 2025 20 km W of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.7 111 km
Jul 12, 2006 11 km SW of Nefta, Tunisia M4.6 98 km
Aug 17, 2025 42 km W of Chebika, Tunisia M4.5 141 km
Mar 13, 1992 20 km SW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.5 107 km
May 11, 1994 24 km SSE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.4 50 km
Apr 9, 2025 24 km WSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.4 105 km
Mar 4, 2003 9 km W of As Sanad, Tunisia M4.4 80 km
Jun 10, 2019 3 km NNW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.3 77 km
Aug 7, 2007 33 km N of Gafsa, Tunisia M4.2 106 km
May 29, 2008 44 km NNE of Kebili, Tunisia M4.2 43 km
Jun 19, 1992 22 km ESE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.2 54 km
Feb 2, 2018 24 km E of Bir el Ater, Algeria M4.2 120 km
Aug 30, 2025 33 km WNW of Tamaghzah, Tunisia M4.2 142 km
Sep 8, 2022 21 km N of Skhira, Tunisia M4.1 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in Wettest
April 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
May 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
June 85°F (30°C) 0.1 in
July 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in
September 85°F (30°C) 0.3 in
October 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in

Souk Lahad has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 53°F in January to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.8") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Souk Lahad

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège Ibn Mandhour
École Primaire El Amel
Collège Ain Slim
Lycée Ibn Khaldoun
المدرسة الإعداديّة بنقة
Ecole Primaire Neggah
معهد ابن الهيثم
Collège Ibn Mandhour
Lycée Bechri
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Radio Stations near Souk Lahad

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Souk Lahad

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ancien Souq
SOUK HEBDOMADAIRE DE MARDI

Cafes in Souk Lahad

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Amour
قهوة زني

Gas Stations in Souk Lahad

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

أويليبيا
عجيل

Stadiums & Teams in Souk Lahad

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Souk Lahad

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gafsa Ksar International AirportGAFMedium Airport
Tozeur Nefta International AirportTOEMedium Airport

Post Offices in Souk Lahad

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
مركز البريد ببشري

Churches & Religious Organizations in Souk Lahad

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 Souk Lahad

What is the population of Souk Lahad?

Souk Lahad has a population of 13,218 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 365.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Souk Lahad?

Souk Lahad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.1 inches.

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