Algeria

Algeria Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Algeria in August.

🔎
Alger Tindouf Ain Sefra Batna

Are you planning a trip a to Algeria in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Algeria in August

Algeria has a wide variety of climate types. During August, you can expect temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in 'Aïn el Turk at 29°C (84°F) and very hot in Beni Abbes at 43°C (109°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 28°C (82°F) in Beni Abbes and 24°C (75°F) in 'Aïn el Turk. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Algeria. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

For specific regional insights in Algeria, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Illizi with an average of 0.4 mm (0.02 in) to low rainfall in Batna with 24 mm (0.9 in).

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Alger sees around 325 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Algeria by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Algeria — and find the best time to visit. (based on Alger)

January17°C (63°F) February17°C (63°F) March19°C (66°F) April21°C (70°F) May24°C (75°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August32°C (90°F) September29°C (84°F) October26°C (79°F) November21°C (70°F) December18°C (64°F)
Best Time to Visit Algeria →

Best Places to Visit in Algeria in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Algeria.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Algeria

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Algeria?

Temperature range in Algeria (August)

Precipitation variation in Algeria (August)

Alger

In August Alger generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
353 hours
325 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
8.6 mm (0.3 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Alger →

Algiers

In August Algiers generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
353 hours
325 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.9 mm (0.1 in)
9.6 mm (0.4 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Algiers →

Ain Sefra

In August Ain Sefra generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
36°C (97°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
359 hours
337 hours
311 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.1 mm (0.2 in)
9.8 mm (0.4 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Ain Sefra →

Batna

In August Batna generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Batna →

Bechiar

In August Bechiar generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
42°C (108°F)
41°C (106°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
361 hours
335 hours
297 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
3.2 mm (0.1 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Bechiar →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Algeria.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Algeria in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Alger 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 8.6 mm (0.3 in)
Tindouf 43°C (109°F) 27°C (81°F) 1.3 mm (0.1 in)
Ain Sefra 36°C (97°F) 22°C (72°F) 9.8 mm (0.4 in)
Batna 33°C (91°F) 19°C (66°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Beni Abbes 43°C (109°F) 28°C (82°F) 1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Tamanrasset 36°C (97°F) 24°C (75°F) 6.4 mm (0.3 in)

Algeria weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Algeria in August?

Algeria typically experiences pleasant weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Alger average around 32°C (90°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Algeria in August?

Daytime temperatures in Alger peak at roughly 32°C (90°F) in August, dropping to about 23°C (73°F) overnight.

Does Algeria get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Alger averages just 8.6 mm (0.3 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Algeria.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Algeria?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Algeria with overall perfect weather in Alger.

Generally speaking, April, May, June, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Alger. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be tolerable.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Algeria.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Algeria? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Algeria.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.

Discovering the wonders of the Tassili n'Ajjer National Park

Discover the breathtaking Tassili n'Ajjer National Park in Algeria, home to ancient rock art and stunning landscapes. A must-visit UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Must visit in Algeria →