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December in Illizi averages 23°C (73°F) during the day and 8°C (46°F) at night. With only 1.4 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall expected on average, it's a largely dry month.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a good time to visit Illizi.
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39-year average (1982-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Illizi typically drop from around 23°C (73°F) at the start of December to approximately 19°C (66°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 5°C (41°F) to 10°C (50°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Illizi spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 33 years of weather observations in Illizi between 1992 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Algeria and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Algeria in December →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
For Illizi in December, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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