
The most detailed information about the water temperature in Sfax in Mediterranean Sea (Tunisia). Forecast of changes in water temperature for the next 10 days. Statistics by months for recent years. Information about the neighboring resorts. Weather forecast in Sfax for a week.
Water temperature in Sfax right now
data updated 2 minutes ago59°F

yesterday: 58°F
a week ago: 60°F
Trend: slow rise
Today water temperature in Sfax is 59.5°F. Water of this temperature is considered cold enough. Dipping or immersion in such water is possible only for a short time. Staying in such water for more than two hours can lead to loss of consciousness. In any case, the general weather is also important. So, the air temperature at the same time will reach 59°F.
Analysis and forecast
The water temperature today roughly corresponds to the average value on this day in recent years. Its value has rise over the last week, but has drop compared to 20 days ago. Exactly a year ago, on this day, the water temperature in this location was 59°F. Water temperature range in Sfax in February is from 55 to 60 degrees.
According to our forecast, the water temperature in Sfax will slowly rise for at least the next 10 days and reach a value of 59°F.
Table of water temperature values in Sfax
Day | Fact* | Average** | Forecast*** |
Jan 28 | 15.6°C | 14.8°C | |
Jan 29 | 15.2°C | 15.0°C | |
Jan 30 | 14.6°C | 14.8°C | |
Jan 31 | 14.8°C | 14.8°C | |
Feb 1 | 14.5°C | 14.8°C | |
Feb 2 | 15.2°C | 14.5°C | |
Feb 3 | 14.8°C | 14.8°C | |
Feb 4 | 15.3°C | 14.3°C | |
Feb 5 | 14.5°C | 15.5°C | |
Feb 6 | 14.8°C | 15.8°C | |
Feb 7 | 14.5°C | 15.5°C | |
Feb 8 | 14.5°C | 15.5°C | |
Feb 9 | 14.3°C | 15.3°C | |
Feb 10 | 14.5°C | 15.5°C | |
Feb 11 | 14.5°C | 15.5°C |
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in past years
*** Forecast - Our forecast for the water temperature
Actual nearshore temperatures may vary by several degrees from the indicated values. This is noticeable after heavy rain or after prolonged periods of strong winds. Some downstream winds cause cold, deep waters to replace surface waters that have been warmed by the sun.
To develop a forecast, we use our own mathematical model, which takes into account the current change in water temperature, historical data and the main weather trends, wind strength and direction, air temperature in each specific region. We also take into account data for other resorts in Tunisia.

Annual graph of average water temperature change in Sfax

Water temperature in Sfax by month
Sfax located in the northern hemisphere, at latitude 34 degrees. The comfortable water temperature for swimming is set here in May, usually in the middle of the month. During a year in Sfax there are 194 days of swimming. In general, the swimming season ends In November. Average annual water temperature on the coast in Sfax is 69°F, by the seasons: in winter 60°F, in spring 64°F, in summer 78°F, in autumn 76°F. Minimum water temperature (57°F) in Sfax it happens in February, maximum (84°F) in August.
You can find out detailed data on how the water temperature in Sfax changes in each specific month:
Sfax: general information and map
Neighboring cities and resorts
City | Water* | Distance** |
Mahdia | 61°C ![]() ![]() | 90km |
Houmt Souk | 59°C ![]() ![]() | 95km |
** Straight line distance in kilometers

The warmest water today in Tunisia recorded in Sousse, its value is 61°F. Lowest - in Gabes, there water temperature now 58°F. Average water temperature in the country today - 60°F.
Water temperature data in Sfax and neighboring towns and resorts collected from various sources, using buoys, using satellite maps of sea, river and lake surfaces of the NOAA agency.
We use data from various local authorities in each specific location of the world to more accurately reflect temperature values.
The nearest airport is located in a 7 kilometers. This is Sfax Thyna International (SFA) airport. We have no information as to whether it is valid and what flights it receives or sends.
Sfax: weather forecast
The weather forecast is shown in local time in Sfax


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