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Thelepte, Tunisia

Kasserine Governorate · Tunisia

Thelepte is a small city in Kasserine Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 6,932. Elevation: 2,602 ft (793 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

6,932 Population 775/sq mi density
2,602 ft Elevation 793 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
10.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone

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About Thelepte

Thelepte

Thelepte was a city in the Roman province of Byzacena, now in western Tunisia. It is located near the border with Algeria about 5 km north from the modern town of Fériana and 30 km south-west of the provincial capital Kasserine.

People

Population6,932
Density775/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation2,602 ft (793 m)
Population6,932
Population Density775 / sq mi
Elevation2,602 ft (793 m)
Coordinates34.9778°, 8.5926°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceKasserine Governorate
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation10.0 inches (254 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Thelepte

Thelepte is a small city in Tunisia (Kasserine Governorate) with a population of 6,932. The city sits at an elevation of 2,602 feet (793 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.

Thelepte enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 318 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 10.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,602 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above Tunisia avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,602 ft (793 m)
Area8.9 sq mi (23.2 km²)
Population Density775/sq mi
Coordinates34.9778°N, 8.5926°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.0"
74% below Tunisia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 1.18"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.28"

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 50 km
Jun 12, 1992 19 km SSW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M5.2 94 km
Mar 20, 1997 7 km ESE of Degache, Tunisia M5.2 117 km
Aug 17, 2025 47 km W of Chebika, Tunisia M5.1 126 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 93 km
Dec 3, 1998 10 km SE of El Kef, Tunisia M4.9 128 km
Feb 3, 2025 20 km W of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.7 106 km
Dec 13, 2001 33 km SW of Cheria, Algeria M4.6 103 km
Nov 30, 1998 7 km WSW of Nibbar, Tunisia M4.6 144 km
Mar 13, 1992 20 km SW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.5 112 km
Aug 17, 2025 42 km W of Chebika, Tunisia M4.5 125 km
Mar 4, 2003 9 km W of As Sanad, Tunisia M4.4 78 km
Apr 9, 2025 24 km WSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.4 106 km
May 11, 1994 24 km SSE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.4 97 km
May 16, 2010 58 km ESE of Zeribet el Oued, Algeria M4.3 140 km
Jun 10, 2019 3 km NNW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.3 73 km
May 29, 2008 44 km NNE of Kebili, Tunisia M4.2 114 km
Feb 2, 2018 24 km E of Bir el Ater, Algeria M4.2 34 km
Aug 30, 2025 33 km WNW of Tamaghzah, Tunisia M4.2 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 0.8 in
March 53°F (11°C) 1.2 in Wettest
April 58°F (15°C) 1.0 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
June 76°F (25°C) 0.6 in
July 82°F (28°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
September 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in
October 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in
November 54°F (12°C) 0.9 in
December 47°F (9°C) 0.9 in

Thelepte has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 45°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.2") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Thelepte

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
معهد تلابت
المدرسة الإبتدائية بتلابت
المدرسة الإعدادية بتلابت
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Radio Stations near Thelepte

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Thelepte

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Al Amen0.0
المكتبة العمومية الزهور0.0

Farmers Markets in Thelepte

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
السوق المركزي
السوق المركزي

Train Stations in Thelepte

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

تلابت

Gas Stations in Thelepte

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Thelepte

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Thelepte

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cheikh Larbi Tébessi AirportTEEMedium Airport
Gafsa Ksar International AirportGAFMedium Airport

Post Offices in Thelepte

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
مكتب بريد تلابت (1215)

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Tunis
Area
100.0 km² (38.6 mi²)

🇹🇳 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 Thelepte

What is the population of Thelepte?

Thelepte has a population of 6,932 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 775 people per square mile, spread across 8.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Thelepte?

Thelepte enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.0 inches.

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