Sidi Toui National Park
National Park Tunisian national park protecting Saharan steppe and wildlife
Sidi Toui National Park near Tunisia’s southeast border protects steppe and semi‑arid habitats; visitors come for birdwatching, desert‑adapted mammals and guided nature walks.
How to Get to Sidi Toui National Park #
Sidi Toui National Park is in Medenine Governorate. The park is usually reached from the town of Medenine by road (local roads and tracks). Arrangements for guided visits or park entry are best made through local tourism offices or regional conservation authorities.
Tips for Visiting Sidi Toui National Park #
- Hire a local ranger or guide for wildlife walks - the park protects populations of Dorcas gazelle and other Saharan-edge fauna.
- Bring binoculars for birding; migratory and resident species concentrate near water points and wadis.
- The park is remote; arrange transport and supplies in Medenine or the nearest governorate center.
Best Time to Visit Sidi Toui National Park #
Best in cooler months (October-March) for wildlife viewing and milder conditions.
Weather & Climate near Sidi Toui National Park #
Sidi Toui National Park's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 34°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 29°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
