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Zarzis, Tunisia

Medenine Governorate · Tunisia

Zarzis is a mid-size city in Medenine Governorate, Tunisia with a population of 79,316. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

79,316 Population 604/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
8.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tunis Timezone

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About Zarzis

Zarzis

Zarzis, also known as Jarjis, is a coastal commune (municipality) in southeastern Tunisia, former bishopric and Latin Catholic titular see under its ancient name Gergis.

People

Population79,316
Density604/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain8.1 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population79,316
Population Density604 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates33.5040°, 11.1122°
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
Country🇹🇳 Tunisia
State / ProvinceMedenine Governorate
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation8.1 inches (205 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zarzis

Zarzis is a mid-size city in Tunisia (Medenine Governorate) with a population of 79,316. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tunis.

Climate in Zarzis

Zarzis has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.3°C), the coldest is Jan (13.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 179 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 13.4°C / 56°F 8.2° / 20.7° 12.6
Feb 14.2°C / 58°F 9.5° / 21.5° 23.4
Mar 16°C / 61°F 10.6° / 25.3° 9.6
Apr 18.3°C / 65°F 13.5° / 29.8° 11.0
May 21.8°C / 71°F 16.6° / 32.6° 11.4
Jun 25.5°C / 78°F 20.3° / 38° 2.4
Jul 28.4°C / 83°F 24.2° / 37.2° 0.6
Aug 29.3°C / 85°F 25.7° / 38.8° 5.0
Sep 27.8°C / 82°F 23.7° / 34.9° 19.2
Oct 24.4°C / 76°F 20° / 33.5° 34.4
Nov 19.9°C / 68°F 13.4° / 27.6° 19.0
Dec 15.8°C / 60°F 10.3° / 22.9° 30.9
Zarzis enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 321 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 8.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average68.1°F
26% above Tunisia avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area131.3 sq mi (340.0 km²)
Population Density604/sq mi
Coordinates33.5040°N, 11.1122°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tunis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 8.1"
79% below Tunisia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 1.34"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 2, 2023.

Nov 11, 1990 89 km ENE of Midoun, Tunisia M5.2 94 km
May 11, 2013 2 km WNW of Al Ajaylat, Libya M4.7 142 km
May 4, 2017 13 km NE of Zarzis, Tunisia M4.4 14 km
Sep 8, 2022 21 km N of Skhira, Tunisia M4.1 146 km
Apr 2, 2023 near the coast of Libya M4.1 120 km
Jan 5, 1998 11 km ESE of Gabès, Tunisia M3.9 91 km
May 9, 2001 43 km ESE of Skhira, Tunisia M3.8 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.8 in
March 60°F (16°C) 0.9 in
April 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in
May 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in
October 73°F (23°C) 1.2 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in Wettest
December 56°F (13°C) 1.3 in

Zarzis has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 53°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 8.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (1.3") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Zarzis

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
مدرسة ابتدائية
École Primaire 2 Mars
École Primaire Mohamed 5
college Medina
École Primaire Chkerbenne
Lycée Technique Zarzis
المدرسة الإبتدائية واد عبد النبي جرجيس
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Radio Stations near Zarzis

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Zarzis

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Meninx - exposition archéologique
Musée de Zarzis
Musée du Patrimoine de Guellala

Libraries in Zarzis

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Publique de Zarzis0.0

Farmers Markets in Zarzis

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché municipal

Hotels in Zarzis

11 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Belle Vue
Eden Star
Espace Hayet
Giktis Zarzis
Hôtel Diana Beach
Hôtel Giktis
Odyssee Resort Thalasso and Spa Oriental Zarzis
Résidence les Berbères
Safira Palms
Sultana
Zephir Hotel & Spa

Restaurants in Zarzis

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Dorade
Lampedusa
Le pêcheur
Résidence les Berbères
Restaurant Le petite vague

Cafes in Zarzis

10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cactus
Café El Margoum
Café Gourmand
Café Rbat El Halfawin
Café Riadh
Le Relait
Marina
Mazar
omrani
Sidi Bou Said

Theme Parks in Zarzis

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Espace Hayet

Clinics in Zarzis

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TN #4512685398

Bus Stations in Zarzis

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gare routière de Zarzis
TN #565662953

Gas Stations in Zarzis

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Oilibya
Shell
عجيل

Banks in Zarzis

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arab International Bank of Tunisia
Attijari

Stadiums & Teams in Zarzis

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Zarzis

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Djerba Zarzis International AirportDJELarge Airport
Medenine AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Zarzis

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poste Zarzis
البريد التونسي - فرع السويحل جرجيس (4173)

Churches & Religious Organizations in Zarzis

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Grand Mosquée
Kbir
Mosque

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Tunis

Around Zarzis

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 8
Hospitals 2
Restaurants 1
Cafes 10
Bars 2
Supermarkets 2
Banks 2
Parks 1
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 2

Things to See Near Zarzis

1 places within 15 km

🗼 Lighthouses (1)
  • • Leuchtturm Zarzis

🇹🇳 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 Zarzis

What is the population of Zarzis?

Zarzis has a population of 79,316 residents and is located in Tunisia. The population density is 604 people per square mile, spread across 131.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zarzis?

Zarzis enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.1 inches.

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