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Zaafrane, Tunisia

Kebili Governorate · Tunisia

Zaafrane is a small town in Kebili Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 1,094. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

1,094 Population 40/sq mi density
141 ft Elevation 43 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
3.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone

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About Zaafrane

Zaafrane is a small desert oasis village in central Tunisia. It is located at around 33°26′17″N 8°55′5″E and is the gateway to the Grand Erg Oriental desert. It is the centre for the traditionally nomadic Adhara people.

People

Population1,094
Density40/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain3.7 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Population1,094
Population Density40 / sq mi
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates33.4427°, 8.9207°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceKebili Governorate
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation3.7 inches (94 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zaafrane

Zaafrane is a small town in Tunisia (Kebili Governorate) with a population of 1,094. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 91°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.

Zaafrane has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 52°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 3.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average72.0°F
33% above Tunisia avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Area27.6 sq mi (71.5 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates33.4427°N, 8.9207°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 3.7"
90% below Tunisia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 0.71"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 9, 2025.

Mar 20, 1997 7 km ESE of Degache, Tunisia M5.2 82 km
Jun 12, 1992 19 km SSW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M5.2 96 km
May 21, 2018 23 km SSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M5.1 129 km
Apr 4, 2023 7 km ESE of Chebika, Tunisia M5.0 126 km
Apr 4, 2013 20 km SW of Nefta, Tunisia M4.7 119 km
Feb 3, 2025 20 km W of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.7 138 km
Jul 12, 2006 11 km SW of Nefta, Tunisia M4.6 111 km
Mar 13, 1992 20 km SW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.5 133 km
May 11, 1994 24 km SSE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.4 84 km
Mar 4, 2003 9 km W of As Sanad, Tunisia M4.4 114 km
Apr 9, 2025 24 km WSW of Mezzouna, Tunisia M4.4 132 km
Jun 10, 2019 3 km NNW of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.3 112 km
Jun 19, 1992 22 km ESE of Metlaoui, Tunisia M4.2 90 km
Aug 7, 2007 33 km N of Gafsa, Tunisia M4.2 143 km
May 29, 2008 44 km NNE of Kebili, Tunisia M4.2 73 km
Jan 5, 1998 11 km ESE of Gabès, Tunisia M3.9 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 56°F (14°C) 0.3 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.7 in Wettest
April 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
May 78°F (25°C) 0.3 in
June 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in
July 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in
September 85°F (30°C) 0.2 in
October 74°F (24°C) 0.4 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in

Zaafrane has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 52°F in January to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 3.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.7") and July the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Zaafrane

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Zaafrane

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée du Sahara de Douz

Libraries in Zaafrane

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
المكتبة العمومية0.0

Farmers Markets in Zaafrane

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Artisanat Market
Marché Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in Zaafrane

TeamLeagueDivision

Post Offices in Zaafrane

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de Poste Zarsin

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Meteorites
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Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Zaafrane

What is the population of Zaafrane?

Zaafrane has a population of 1,094 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 27.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zaafrane?

Zaafrane has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 52°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 3.7 inches.

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