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Thunderstorms could bring up to 40 mm of rain in Tunisia

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Thunderstorms and rain are expected in Tunisia from the evening of 18 October, first in the western highlands and then in the eastern North and Centre. Rainfall could reach 20 to 40 millimetres, with strong winds and hail in some places, according to Webdo.

Thunderstorms accompanied by rain are expected from the end of the day on Sunday 18 October 2026 in Tunisia, with rainfall locally reaching 40 millimetres, according to Webdo. The rain is expected to hit the western highlands first, then move into eastern parts of the North and Centre during the night.

The rain could be locally heavy, particularly near the coast, and accompanied by strong winds and hail in some places. It is expected to continue on Monday 19 October in eastern parts of the North and Centre, Webdo reports.

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