Climate overview of Algeria
It has a long coastline and the coastal areas have a mild Mediterranean climate with hot summers and cool and rainy winters. In the highlands summers are hot and dry. Winter rains are less heavy then at the coast in the highlands and begin in October. In the months January, February and March there are many sandstorms.
April, May and September are in general the best months to travel to Algeria. In these months it is very dry, there are no sand storms and you will experience pleasant temperatures.
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Tindouf
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Tamanrasset
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Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.
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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.
| Alger | 17°C (63°F) – 32°C (90°F) | 9°C (48°F) – 23°C (73°F) | 635 mm (25 in) | 2,774 hours |
| Tindouf | 21°C (70°F) – 44°C (111°F) | 8°C (46°F) – 27°C (81°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 3,602 hours |
| Ain Sefra | 13°C (55°F) – 38°C (100°F) | 1°C (34°F) – 23°C (73°F) | 179 mm (7 in) | 3,377 hours |
| Batna | 11°C (52°F) – 34°C (93°F) | 1°C (34°F) – 19°C (66°F) | 454 mm (18 in) | — |
| Beni Abbes | 19°C (66°F) – 44°C (111°F) | 5°C (41°F) – 29°C (84°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | — |
| Tamanrasset | 21°C (70°F) – 37°C (99°F) | 6°C (43°F) – 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 3,496 hours |
FAQ
What is the best time to visit Algeria?
The warmest month in Beni Abbes is July, with daytime highs of 44°C (111°F). Djanet is the sunniest destination, with 377 hours of sunshine in July. Algeria has a distinct dry season from January to December. Explore Algeria weather by month for a detailed breakdown.
What temperatures can I expect in Algeria?
Beni Abbes is the warmest destination, reaching 44°C (111°F) in July with nights around 29°C (84°F). Batna is the coolest, with January daytime highs of just 11°C (52°F) and nights dropping to 1°C (34°F). Temperatures vary significantly between regions and seasons. See the city comparison for a full overview.
How much rain does Algeria get?
Rainfall varies across Algeria. Algiers is the wettest, receiving 638 mm (25 in) per year, with November the wettest month at 92 mm (3.6 in). Illizi is the driest at 20 mm (0.8 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.
How sunny is Algeria?
Djanet is the sunniest destination in Algeria, enjoying 3,795 hours of sunshine per year, with July the brightest month at 377 hours. Overall, Algeria enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.
What is the climate like across Algeria?
Alger has very warm summers reaching 32°C (90°F) in August and mild winters dropping to 17°C (63°F), with 2,774 hours of sunshine and 635 mm (25 in) of rain per year. Tindouf has very hot summers reaching 44°C (111°F) in July and pleasant winters dropping to 21°C (70°F), with 3,602 hours of sunshine and 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain per year. Ain Sefra has very hot summers reaching 38°C (100°F) in July and mild winters dropping to 13°C (55°F), with 3,377 hours of sunshine and 179 mm (7 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.
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