Weather in Port El Kantaoui in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Port El Kantaoui. Within Tunisia it is 2nd of 3 (Tunisia in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Port El Kantaoui is 9.1°C warmer by day and 6.0°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Port El Kantaoui peaks at 17.0°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 21.2°C or more. Roughly 1 in 50 days top 25°C and 1 in 1000 pass 30°C. Nights average 8.0°C; one night in ten drops to 4.8°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 31.5°C (2010-02-28) and the coldest night 0.5°C (2012-02-15).

Rain in February

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 5 days with 1 mm or more, 24 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 1992 with 80 mm, the driest 1995 with 1 mm. Humidity averages 68%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 14.6°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.1°C to 15.3°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.8°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.7 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:06 and sets about 17:58 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 41%.

Is February a good time to visit Port El Kantaoui?

February is not the strongest month here: mild days. The best months for Port El Kantaoui on our scoring are June, May, September; months averaging 25°C or more: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct.

Comfortable afternoons, but pack for cold evenings

Think light layers rather than a suitcase built around summer clothes. A typical afternoon is mild enough for spending time outside, while a jumper and jacket become useful as temperatures fall. Warmer days can reach 21°C or more, but days reaching 25°C account for just 2%, so do not plan around proper heat. At the colder end, nights can drop to 5°C or below. Long trousers and closed shoes are sensible evening choices, especially if you expect to sit outdoors. February suits travellers who prefer mild daytime temperatures to hot weather, provided they are comfortable with a distinctly cool start and finish to the day.

Useful sunshine, with rain and a cold sea

About 6.3 hours of sunshine within 10.7 hours of daylight gives you a reasonable window for outdoor plans, without promising clear skies throughout your stay. There are about 5 rainy days, so pack a light waterproof and leave room to move outdoor plans around the weather. The bigger limitation for a beach-focused trip is the sea: at 14.6°C, it is cold rather than merely refreshing. Plan on enjoying time beside the water rather than relying on comfortable swimming. If warm sea bathing is central to your holiday, February is a poor fit; if swimming is optional, the sunshine makes a stronger case for going.