Tunisia is bracing for a scorching Sunday, July 26, 2026, with temperatures expected to reach a high of 49°C. The National Institute of Meteorology (INM) predicts partly cloudy skies nationwide, transitioning to localized thunderstorm development in the afternoon. These storms are anticipated in the higher elevations of northwestern and central Tunisia, potentially bringing heavy, albeit temporary, rainfall. The stormy weather may then spread to some regions in the east. Residents are advised to prepare for both the extreme heat and the possibility of intense, localized storms. This weather alert was initially reported by Business News.