The month in detail
What to expect in August
In the height of summer, Annaba sees high temperatures (32°C). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. Rain is virtually absent (6% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. May (8.6/10) is significantly better if possible.
August ranks 9 out of 12 months in Annaba. Compared to July: −1.1h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in August
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
19°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
13.4h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 37
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Is August the right month?
The best month in Annaba is May (8.6/10), 2.5 pts higher than August.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Algeria
🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyDinar algérien (دج)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.33°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 16°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 50%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Annaba ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
AlgeriaTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.6 → 4.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
36.90°N · 7.77°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Annaba?
May is the best month with 24.0°C highs, 14.0°C lows, 8.4h of sunshine and 15.0% rainy days. The months of May & October offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Annaba get in May?
Annaba averages 8.4 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Annaba?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Annaba in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 14.0°C, while afternoon highs average 24.0°C.
Is Annaba good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Annaba scores 5.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 8.0/10.
When should you avoid Annaba?
January is the most difficult month to visit Annaba, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Annaba in August?
In August, the sea averages 27°C in Annaba: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Annaba in August?
The average UV index reaches 8 in August in Annaba (high), with about 13.4h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.