Algeria

Algeria Weather in March

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

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Alger Tindouf Ain Sefra Batna

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

What to Expect in Algeria in March

In March, Algeria experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Batna at 16°C (61°F) to warm in Illizi at 29°C (84°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Illizi and 4°C (39°F) in Batna.

To explore the conditions in Algeria in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Tindouf with an average of 2.3 mm (0.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Algiers with 67 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Alger enjoys approximately 207 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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)
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Best Places to Visit in Algeria in March

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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Algeria?

Temperature range in Algeria (March)

Precipitation variation in Algeria (March)

Alger

In March Alger generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
207 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Alger →

Algiers

In March Algiers generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
207 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Algiers →

Ain Sefra

In March Ain Sefra generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
229 hours
289 hours
299 hours
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ain Sefra →

Batna

In March Batna generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
51 mm (2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Batna →

Bechiar

In March Bechiar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
304 hours
316 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.2 mm (0.4 in)
9.4 mm (0.4 in)
5.6 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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In our records: Algeria March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Algeria in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest March day in Algeria brought 201 mm (7.9 in) in Alger on March 9, 2002.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Alger 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Tindouf 28°C (82°F) 13°C (55°F) 2.3 mm (0.1 in)
Ain Sefra 19°C (66°F) 6°C (43°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Batna 16°C (61°F) 4°C (39°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Beni Abbes 26°C (79°F) 12°C (54°F) 4.6 mm (0.2 in)
Tamanrasset 27°C (81°F) 13°C (55°F) 4 mm (0.2 in)

Algeria weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Algeria in March?

Algeria typically experiences pleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Alger average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Algeria in March?

In Alger, the average daytime high in March is 19°C (66°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 11°C (52°F).

Does Algeria get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Algeria during March, with Alger averaging close to 66 mm (2.6 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Algeria?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Algeria with overall pleasant weather in Alger. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, September, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Alger. The weather in January and February, on the other hand, tends to be tolerable.

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