Sousse in Tunisia has wonderfully pleasant weather during September. If you're looking for a place to enjoy the end of the summer season, Sousse is a great choice. Daytime average temperatures reach a high of 29°C (84°F) and only fall to 21°C (70°F) at night with an average temperature of 25°C (77°F) making it a perfect time to visit.
The weather fluctuates between about 27 and 30°C from the beginning of the month into the second week with a couple of random above 30 days. The warm weather continues on this way reaching a high of 32°C about once a week through the end of the month. The weather for September can be very cloudy and rainy. The first week of the month you can expect rain nearly daily but that decreases as the month goes on to about once a week through the third week. By the last week of the month, the rain is gone and sunny days are the norm.
September can be a little wet. You can expect an average of 4 rainy days for the month with the average monthly amount of precipitation around 18 mm. With 9 bright hours of sunshine a day, however, the weather in can still be quite enjoyable.
In September, the sea temperature drops only a couple of degrees from August reaching 24°C (75°F). This is the ideal time for adventurers who want to enjoy surfing, snorkeling and jet skiing to get out in the water. The temperature makes for a lovely barefoot walk along the beach, as well.
Humidity stays between 50 and 75% for most of September but will see numbers reach as low as 38% and as high as 100%. The daily average for September is around 72%, making it very nice.
Wind speeds vary from 8-32 mph throughout the month and in recent years have sustained the maximum speed of 83 km/h, (that is equivalent of around 52 mph, or 45 knots). The average daily wind speed in September has been around 16 km/h (that is equivalent to about 10 mph, or 8 knots).
Halfway between the resort of port El Kantaoui and downtown Sousse, you'll find the hotel Marhaba Salem. Set with a beautiful natural backdrop, this hotel is a true Tunisian architectural treasure. A garden bordered by the sea and a fine sandy beach surround the hotel. Comfort is guaranteed with all the amenities offered; satellite/cable coulour TV, airconditioning, a minibar (for a small fee), direct-dial phone, a radio in the room, and Wi-Fi (for a small fee). When you get hungry, enjoy the onsite gastronomy of a buffet breakfast and dinner. Another option is the "A la carte" restaurant or the beach restaurant where your food is prepared on wood grills. If you're looking for something lighter, try one of the three bars on site the beach bar, terrace bar, or lounge bar.
When it comes to leisure and entertainment, you won't be bored with all there is to choose from; tennis, mini golf, hand ball, beach volley ball, basket ball, archery, a fitness center, sauna, beauty salon, Jacuzzi, massage and water sports, as well as the nearby golf course. Children will have plenty to choose from with their own swimming pool, garden, and a mini-club with an instructor.
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Marhaba Royal Salem is nestled on a beach in a palm and eucalyptus grove. The Tunisian-style rooms overlook the sea or the garden, depending on what side you're on. Each room comes with satellite/cable coulour TV, airconditioning, a minibar (for a small fee), direct-dial phone, a radio in the room, and Wi-Fi (for a small fee). When you get hungry, enjoy the onsite gastronomy of the main restaurant or the "A la carte" restaurant, pool bar, lobby bar, Moorish café, or the barbecue on the beach. Treat yourself to a massage in the spa center or enjoy the infinity pool. Enjoy the Discotheque, shops, hairdressers, indoor heated pool, the open-air swimming pools. Children will love the mini-club and playground area. When it comes to leisure and entertainment for adults, choose from tennis, mini golf, hand ball, beach volley ball, basket ball, archery, French ball, a fitness center, sauna, beauty salon, Jacuzzi, massage and water sports, as well as the golf course just 3 km away. |
At El Khella, you'll get more than just a coffee shop. In addition to amazing coffee, try a "cocktail" of strawberry, orange and melon juice and save room for lunch. The seafood "brik" with salad and soup comes highly recommended. It's located just inside the medina overlooking the Ribat. This is not your typical "tourist" restaurant; get great Tunisian food that even the locals love.
Mio Mondo is a French & Italian restaurant that is sure to please you. Locals and tourists alike love Mio Mondo for the great food quality, amazing staff and affordable prices. Try the chicken and spinach lasagna or the seafood spaghetti but save room for dessert; guests love the ice cream and coffee.
The Roman Amphitheatre in El Djem is one of the best preserved in the area as well as the site for some of the filming of the movie, Gladiator. A magnificent example of Roman architecture, this coliseum can hold up to 60,000 spectators and was constructed between 230 and 238 CE. You can sit in the stands of this immense theatre in the classic Roman town of Thysdrus (now El Jem) and just imagine the destruction that was carried out to satisfy the masses. You might want to skip the guided tour and rent a car to take you through instead so you can see much more and at your leisure.
The fountain in Port El Kantaqui is worth a visit while in Sousse. The fountain dances to Tunisian music in the main square; times are posted on a nearby lamppost. Be sure to stop by in the evening when the lights accompany the fountain. It lasts about 30 minutes.
