Tamanrasset Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Tamanrasset experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from very hot days
to pleasant weather.
It experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation, with almost no rainfall.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Tamanrasset is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 37°C in June to a pleasant 21°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 6°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Tamanrasset is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 31 mm. Precipitation levels in Tamanrasset remain relatively steady throughout the year. August has the most rain, with 6.4 mm over 2 days. In November, this drops slightly to 1 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Tamanrasset offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between May (11.1 hours daily) and December (8.2 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Tamanrasset.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 32%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 21%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Tamanrasset in Algeria
During the months of January, February and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 37°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 21°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 6 mm of rainfall.
November is the driest month with 1 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 332 hours of sunshine.
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