Tamanrasset weather in August (Algeria)

Planning a trip to Tamanrasset in August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In August, Tamanrasset typically experiences very high temperatures and low rainfall. August is a summer month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 36°C, while night temperatures can drop to 24°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Tamanrasset in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 6.4 mm for the month. It's the month with the highest rainfall of the year, but the precipitation is still relatively light. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 2 days of rain.

With around 319 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Tamanrasset. January, February, March, April, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Tamanrasset climate page with graphs.

 

Tamanrasset, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 36°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 5%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 6.4 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
HumidityHumidity 25%  
SunshineSunshine 319 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Algeria in August

Find out more about the weather in Algeria in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Tamanrasset in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
10/10
Camping
10/10

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