Zembra and Zembretta Islands National Park
National Park Tunisian marine park protecting seabird colonies and reefs
Zembra and Zembretta Islands National Park off Tunisia’s Cape Bon protects seabird colonies and marine habitat; boat trips, diving and birdwatching are the main visitor activities.
How to Get to Zembra and Zembretta Islands National Park #
Visits to Zembra and Zembretta usually depart from ports on Tunisia’s Cap Bon peninsula, such as La Goulette, Kelibia or Nabeul. Boat access is by licensed operators only; check local marine regulations and seasonal restrictions before booking.
Tips for Visiting Zembra and Zembretta Islands National Park #
- Boat access is restricted to licensed operators; check with the Sidi Bou Said/Nabeul marine authorities for permitted tour operators.
- Bring snorkeling gear to inspect the marine life near the islands, but avoid touching coral.
- Respect bird-nesting seasons; parts of the islands may be off-limits during breeding periods.
Best Time to Visit Zembra and Zembretta Islands National Park #
Spring and autumn offer calm seas and generally good visibility for visits to the Zembra and Zembretta archipelago; summer can be busy and hot.
Weather & Climate near Zembra and Zembretta Islands National Park #
Zembra and Zembretta Islands National Park's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 8°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (538 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 79 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
