Jebel Zaghouan National Park
National Park Tunisian mountain park centered on Jebel Zaghouan
Jebel Zaghouan protects the mountain and the Roman Temple of Water near Zaghouan; hikers follow trails through pine woodland to summit viewpoints and inspect ancient aqueduct remains.
How to Get to Jebel Zaghouan National Park #
Jebel Zaghouan lies roughly 60 km southeast of Tunis; drive by the RN3 and follow signs to the town of Zaghouan. From the town center, the mountain and the Roman nymphaeum are within short driving distance; local minibuses connect Zaghouan with Tunis and other regional towns. Walking trails start near the town and at marked trailheads on the mountain slopes.
Tips for Visiting Jebel Zaghouan National Park #
- Hire a local guide from the town of Zaghouan to learn about Roman aqueduct remnants and the mountain's sacred springs.
- Bring sun protection and water - the slopes are exposed in places.
- If visiting in spring, expect orchids and wildflowers on the higher trails.
Best Time to Visit Jebel Zaghouan National Park #
Best visited in spring or autumn to avoid high summer heat and winter rains; mountain trails are enjoyable in mild weather.
Weather & Climate near Jebel Zaghouan National Park #
Jebel Zaghouan National Park's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (691 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 91 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 9 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
