Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | 30° 23° | 28° 20° | 29° 19° | 28° 17° | 28° 17° | 29° 17° | 30° 19° |
| Precipitation | 48% | 52% | 10% | 3% | 5% | 12% | 8% |
| Humidity | 72% | 72% | 67% | 69% | 66% | 68% | 72% |
| Wind | 23 km/h | 27 km/h | 24 km/h | 23 km/h | 21 km/h | 23 km/h | 14 km/h |
Best time to visit Algiers
The best times to visit Algiers are March-April and October-November, when conditions are generally mild for sightseeing, though rain is possible. January and December are cooler and wetter, while May-September brings increasing heat, with extreme temperatures limiting Sahara activities in particular.
JanuaryTemp (°C)11°Rain (mm)58Sun Hours7Dry Days20
January is cool and rainy, around 6-16°C, with rough seas and some hotel closures. Indoor sightseeing suits the coastal winter weather.
FebruaryTemp (°C)11°Rain (mm)42Sun Hours8Dry Days19
February is mild and showery, around 6-17°C. Some beach properties remain closed, while museums and city sights suit the conditions.
MarchTemp (°C)14°Rain (mm)46Sun Hours8Dry Days23
March is mild, around 7-18°C, with spring blossoms and wildflowers. Peak sirocco winds can bring hot, dusty air to Algiers.
AprilTemp (°C)18°Rain (mm)35Sun Hours9Dry Days22
April is mild, around 9-20°C, with spring flowers and occasional rain. Coastal sightseeing is generally comfortable.
MayTemp (°C)22°Rain (mm)25Sun Hours11Dry Days25
May is warm, around 12-23°C, and generally dry. Sahara tours and camps reduce operations late in the month because of extreme heat.
JuneTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)10Sun Hours12Dry Days26
June is hot, around 16-27°C, with mostly dry coastal weather. Extreme desert heat limits Sahara touring, while city visits suit early or late hours.
JulyTemp (°C)30°Rain (mm)1Sun Hours12Dry Days30
July is very hot, around 19-31°C, with mostly dry coastal weather. Extreme heat constrains Sahara travel and can limit daytime sightseeing.
AugustTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)3Sun Hours11Dry Days29
August is the hottest month, around 20-32°C, and largely dry on the coast. Heat can restrict daytime sightseeing and Sahara activities.
SeptemberTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)14Sun Hours10Dry Days25
September is warm, around 17-29°C, with mostly dry coastal weather. Dust storms may follow the dry summer, and desert heat limits some touring.
OctoberTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)42Sun Hours9Dry Days23
October is warm, around 14-25°C, with rain possible. Desert camps reopen, and the M'Zab date harvest adds seasonal interest.
NovemberTemp (°C)15°Rain (mm)44Sun Hours6Dry Days20
November is mild, around 10-20°C, with rain and peak sirocco winds bringing hot, dusty air. City sightseeing fits breaks between showers.
DecemberTemp (°C)13°Rain (mm)40Sun Hours6Dry Days23
December is cool and rainy, around 7-16°C, with mild winter sun between showers. Sahara nights may fall below freezing.
Sources: responsibletravel.com
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Brief
- Try local dishes such as couscous, chorba soup, rechta noodles, makroud pastries, and mint tea.
- French and Arabic are the most useful languages for restaurants, transport, and public services.
- Carry some Algerian dinars for smaller shops and taxis, as card acceptance can be limited.
Safety and health
- Algeria is under a Level 2 travel advisory because of terrorism and kidnapping risks. Exercise particular caution outside central urban areas and avoid remote border and desert regions. (
usembassy.gov)
- Avoid swimming, wading, or washing in untreated freshwater because of schistosomiasis. Protect yourself from sand-fly bites, which can transmit leishmaniasis. (
cdc.gov)
- Drink bottled water, choose hygienic restaurants, and be cautious with refrigerated food during power cuts. Medical services may be crowded or under-resourced, and French or Arabic is useful when seeking care. (
wikivoyage.org)
- A yellow-fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers aged 9 months or older arriving from countries with yellow-fever transmission, including qualifying airport transits. It is not required when travelling directly from the United States. (
Recent News
- In early September 2026, severe wildfires across northern Algeria killed at least 12 people and injured dozens. Fires were reported near Béjaïa, Jijel, and Tizi-Ouzou, east of Algiers, so travellers should monitor local authorities for smoke, road closures, and access restrictions when travelling beyond the capital. (
bbc.com |
apnews.com)
