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When to Visit Algiers

Climate guide & best times to travel

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Monthly Climate Data for Algiers Average temperature and rainfall by month Climate Overview 0°C 9°C 18°C 27°C 37°C Rainfall (mm) 0 50 101 Jan Jan: 17.0°C high, 5.0°C low, 84mm rain Feb Feb: 17.0°C high, 5.0°C low, 71mm rain Mar Mar: 19.0°C high, 7.0°C low, 58mm rain Apr Apr: 21.0°C high, 9.0°C low, 58mm rain May May: 25.0°C high, 12.0°C low, 38mm rain Jun Jun: 29.0°C high, 16.0°C low, 8mm rain Jul Jul: 32.0°C high, 19.0°C low, 3mm rain Aug Aug: 32.0°C high, 20.0°C low, 10mm rain Sep Sep: 29.0°C high, 17.0°C low, 28mm rain Oct Oct: 26.0°C high, 14.0°C low, 51mm rain Nov Nov: 21.0°C high, 10.0°C low, 102mm rain Dec Dec: 18.0°C high, 7.0°C low, 86mm rain Temperature Rainfall
Algiers hugs a soft Mediterranean arc. Its weather obeys the sea, not Africa. Winters stay mild and wet. Summers stretch long, dry, and warm. The sea calms both ends. January bottoms at 5°C (41°F). August tops at 32°C (91°F). That spread feels livable for the latitude. Rain rules the cooler half. November delivers 102mm, the heaviest. December and January follow close. The curve plunges in late May. June records 8mm. July sees 3mm. Autumn reverses the switch. September still feels like summer. October pulls the first real rain. Humidity hovers near 70% all year. Summer heat stays coastal, not desert. Winter damp bites sharper than the thermometer. Factor it into your packing.

Best Time to Visit

Recommended timing for different travel styles.

Beach
June through September is prime beach time. July and August bring the warmest sea. Skies stay clear. Beaches along the Algiers coast behave. September offers fewer visitors. Temperatures ease yet the water stays warm.
Cultural
April, May, and October suit culture lovers. Daytime highs sit at 21--26°C (71--79°F). Walk the Casbah without July fatigue. October shines. Crowds thin. Light turns golden. The city settles.
Adventure
March through May is hiking season. Winter rains soften the terrain. Hills offer 19--25°C (67--77°F). Visibility stays sharp before summer haze. These are North Africa's best hiking days.
Budget
November through February equals budget season. Rain arrives in earnest. Yet clear stretches still appear. The city feels local, unhurried. Visitor numbers drop.

What to Pack

Essentials and seasonal recommendations for Algiers.

Year-Round Essentials
Sun protection (sunglasses, sunscreen)
January sun is deceptively strong. Reflection off sea and white walls intensifies it.
A layer for evenings
Temperatures plummet after dark. This holds even in August once you leave the beach.
Modest clothing options
Cover shoulders and knees in the Casbah. Respect local norms in this Muslim-majority city.
A compact day bag with secure closures
Practical in any urban environment.
A refillable water bottle
Worth having, in summer.
Winter (November through March)
Clothing
A proper waterproof outer layer, A fleece or mid-layer sweater
Footwear
Closed-toe waterproof shoes
Spring (April and May)
Clothing
Lighter clothes, A compact waterproof jacket
Footwear
Comfortable walking shoes
Layering Tip
Layer smart. Light clothes for warming days. Add a compact waterproof jacket. It still earns its keep in April.
Summer (June through September)
Clothing
Lightweight breathable fabric (e.g., linen)
Footwear
Sandals for beaches and casual exploration
Accessories
A hat for midday hours, A sunscreen with meaningful SPF
Autumn (October and November)
Clothing
Lighter layers, Waterproof jacket, Something warm for evenings
Footwear
Waterproof shoes become relevant again from mid-October onward
Layering Tip
The transition nature of the season means carrying both sides of the wardrobe.
Plug Type
Type C (Europlug) and Type F (Schuko)
Voltage
220-240V, 50Hz
Adapter Note
North American travellers need a plug adapter. For older electronics, pack a voltage converter. Most new phone chargers and laptops accept 240V. Always check the label first.
Skip These Items
Heavy cold-weather gear of the kind suited to northern European winters A full-sized umbrella Revealing beachwear for city streets Multiple pairs of white or light-coloured shoes Formal dress shoes or heels
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Month-by-Month Guide

Climate conditions and crowd levels for each month of the year.

January

January brings the coldest nights. Lows can touch 5°C (41°F). Days climb to 17°C (62°F). Full sun feels warmer.

High 17°C (62°F)
Low 5°C (41°F)
Rainfall 84mm
Crowds Low
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February

February is marginally drier. Rainfall totals 71mm. Mild days alternate with grey spells.

High 17°C (63°F)
Low 5°C (42°F)
Rainfall 71mm
Crowds Low
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March

March is a real shift. Highs reach 19°C (67°F). Lows settle at 7°C (45°F). Rainfall is 58mm. Sunny intervals lengthen.

High 19°C (67°F)
Low 7°C (45°F)
Rainfall 58mm
Crowds Low to medium
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April

April is agreeable. Highs hit 21°C (71°F). Nights rest at 9°C (48°F). Rainfall is 58mm. Showers interrupt longer clear spells.

High 21°C (71°F)
Low 9°C (48°F)
Rainfall 58mm
Crowds Medium
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May

May teeters on summer. Highs of 25°C (77°F). Lows of 12°C (54°F). Rainfall drops to 38mm.

High 25°C (77°F)
Low 12°C (54°F)
Rainfall 38mm
Crowds Medium
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June

June ushers in drought. Highs of 29°C (84°F). Lows of 16°C (61°F). Rainfall is 8mm. One or two brief showers, then weeks of sun.

High 29°C (84°F)
Low 16°C (61°F)
Rainfall 8mm
Crowds Medium to high
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July

July is the driest month. Often only 3mm of rain. Highs of 32°C (89°F). Lows of 19°C (66°F). Coastal humidity turns afternoons sticky.

High 32°C (89°F)
Low 19°C (66°F)
Rainfall 3mm
Crowds High
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August

August mirrors July. Highs of 32°C (91°F). Lows of 20°C (68°F). Rainfall is 10mm. Storms, when they come, are brief and intense.

High 32°C (91°F)
Low 20°C (68°F)
Rainfall 10mm
Crowds High
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September

September exhales. Highs ease to 29°C (85°F). Lows drop to 17°C (64°F). Rainfall climbs to 28mm. Most days still feel like summer.

High 29°C (85°F)
Low 17°C (64°F)
Rainfall 28mm
Crowds Medium to high
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October

October charms. Highs of 26°C (79°F). Lows of 14°C (57°F). Rainfall is 51mm. Clear spells dominate between systems.

High 26°C (79°F)
Low 14°C (57°F)
Rainfall 51mm
Crowds Medium
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November

November is the wettest month. 102mm arrives in multi-day spells. Streets in the lower city get soggy.

High 21°C (70°F)
Low 10°C (50°F)
Rainfall 102mm
Crowds Low
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December

December feels wintry. Highs of 18°C (64°F). Lows of 7°C (44°F). Rainfall is 86mm. The month stays damp.

High 18°C (64°F)
Low 7°C (44°F)
Rainfall 86mm
Crowds Low
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