Planning a trip to Monastir in January? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +16°C and approximately 12 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 10 rainy days and 31 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Monastir;
Average weather
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+16°C
Avg. max. temperature
+2°C
Min.
+28°C
Max.
31 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Monastir has good weather in January.
Average temperature in Monastir in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Monastir for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +24°C during the day to a minimum of +2°C during the night, the temperature in January averages around +18°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 27% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +22°C to +16°C.
Is Monastir warm or cold in January?
Monastir is typically mild in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +17°C to +16°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +11°C to +10°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
January is the coldest month in Monastir, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Monastir in January
Water in Monastir in January is Cold. It varies from +14°C to +17°C, with an average of +16°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +16°C.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Monastir are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +27°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +15°C.
Can you swim in Monastir in January?
We would not recommend swimming in Monastir in January, the water is very cold (+16°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Monastir in January
Monastir weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+17°C
+16°C
+16°C
Min. temperature
+2°C
+2°C
+2°C
Max. temperature
+29°C
+28°C
+28°C
Rainfall
35 mm
31 mm
28 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+18°C
+16°C
+15°C
Humidity
69%
70%
69%
Air pressure
1018 HPa
1018 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
12
12
11
Cloudy days
9
8
7
Rainy days
8
10
9
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as good as in December.It’s getting colder in January. From +17°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +16°C.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 35 mm to 31 mm.Humidity rises from 69% to 70%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 12 sunny days during the month.
February brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Monastir in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Monastir is gradually increasing during January, going from 2 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Monastir based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 3% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 2 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain.Monastir is amazing in January with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Monastir wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 23% chance of precipitation and 46 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in Monastir?
This is the weather in Monastir in January 2023:
1 January
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+22°C
2 January
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+21°C
3 January
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+22°C
4 January
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+18°C
5 January
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+18°C
6 January
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+18°C
7 January
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+17°C
8 January
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+20°C
9 January
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+24°C
10 January
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+18°C
11 January
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+18°C
12 January
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+20°C
13 January
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+18°C
14 January
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+19°C
15 January
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+21°C
16 January
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+22°C
17 January
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+23°C
18 January
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+23°C
19 January
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+13°C
20 January
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+17°C
21 January
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+16°C
22 January
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+13°C
23 January
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+15°C
24 January
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+14°C
25 January
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+14°C
26 January
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+14°C
27 January
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+15°C
28 January
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+16°C
29 January
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+15°C
30 January
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+15°C
31 January
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+16°C
In January 2023 Monastir had 17 sunny days, 14 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +18°C, with an absolute maximum of +24°C and a minimum of +13°C. The average humidity was 59%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 21%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Monastir climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Monastir in January has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+21°C) and the highest in 2014 (+25°C). The driest year was 2022 with only 164 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2003 with 541 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Monastir in January:
Is January a good time to visit Monastir?
January is a really good time to go to Monastir. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Monastir.
Can you sunbathe in Monastir in January?
January has mild temperatures in Monastir. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Monastir in January?
Swimming in Monastir in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Monastir rainy in January?
Monastir is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Monastir in January?
The amount of sunny days in Monastir during January varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
Other cities in Tunisia
Check out the weather for other cities in Tunisia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Monastir, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.