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Kerkennah Islands
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Kerkennah Islands
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A small archipelago off Sfax, appreciated for its beaches and "authentic" charm.
Overview of the Kerkennah Islands
A small archipelago off Sfax, appreciated for its beaches and "authentic" charm.
Key facts
- Type of place: archipelago.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
- Location:
- Local time:
- Number of islands: 14.
- Main islands: Chergui and Gharbi.
- Population: 15,501 inhabitants (2014).
- Area: 160 km².
- Highest point: unnamed (13 m).
- Coastline:
- Website: https://www.kerkenniens.com
History of the Kerkennah Islands
Environment of the archipelago
Wildlife and flora
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What to see and do on the Kerkennah Islands
In the surrounding area
Climate and weather in Kerkennah
The islands have a semi-arid Mediterranean climate with plenty of sunshine, characterized by a slightly cool season (winter) and a hot, dry season (summer), with very little rainfall overall. In between, the mild shoulder seasons are ideal for visiting.
Sea temperature throughout the year
| Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kerkennah | 15 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 18 | 21 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 20 | 17 |