Algeria

Algeria Weather in January

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

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

What to Expect in Algeria in January

Algeria offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In January, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to pleasant, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Batna at 11°C (52°F) to pleasant in Illizi at 21°C (70°F). At night it cools down to 6°C (43°F) in Illizi and 1°C (34°F) in Batna. Even if January is considered the coolest month, there are areas in Algeria that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Illizi with an average of 2.1 mm (0.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Alger with 87 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Alger, you can expect around 140 hours of sunlight in January, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Algeria by month

Best Places to Visit in Algeria in January

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

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Algeria?

Temperature range in Algeria (January)

Precipitation variation in Algeria (January)

Alger

In January Alger generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
140 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Algiers

In January Algiers generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
140 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Ain Sefra

In January Ain Sefra generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
215 hours
229 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Batna

In January Batna generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Bechiar

In January Bechiar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
245 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.8 mm (0.3 in)
9 mm (0.4 in)
9.2 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Alger 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Tindouf 21°C (70°F) 8°C (46°F) 2.5 mm (0.1 in)
Ain Sefra 13°C (55°F) 1°C (34°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Batna 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Beni Abbes 19°C (66°F) 5°C (41°F) 3.6 mm (0.1 in)
Tamanrasset 21°C (70°F) 6°C (43°F) 2.3 mm (0.1 in)

Algeria weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Algeria in January?

Expect tolerable weather across Algeria in January. The popular destination of Alger averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Algeria in January?

Average temperatures in Algeria during January range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 17°C (63°F) in Alger.

Does Algeria get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Algeria during January, with Alger averaging close to 87 mm (3.4 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Algeria?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Algeria with often tolerable weather in Alger.

Generally speaking, April, May, June, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Alger. The weather in January and February, on the other hand, tends 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.