Algiers · SummerMonth summary
Algiers weather in August
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
72°F – 88°F
🌧 Rainy days
6% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.2h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (9.5/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Algiers in August?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're looking for maximum sunshine — 12.2h per day on average.
❌ No if: you struggle with heat — temperatures regularly exceed 30°F.
Our take: Favourable conditions in August (8.6/10). June scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Algiers in August by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in August
In the height of summer, Algiers sees high temperatures (31°F). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. Rain is virtually absent (6% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (9.5/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 45°F | 61°F | 33% | 0.1in | 9.5h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ February | 46°F | 63°F | 27% | 0.1in | 10.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 50°F | 64°F | 34% | 0.1in | 10.7h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 54°F | 68°F | 28% | 0.1in | 12.0h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 59°F | 73°F | 22% | 0.1in | 12.7h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ June | 64°F | 81°F | 7% | 0.0in | 13.5h | 9.5/10 |
| ☀️ July | 72°F | 86°F | 1% | 0.0in | 13.4h | 9.3/10 |
| ☀️ August | 72°F | 88°F | 6% | 0.0in | 12.2h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ September | 68°F | 84°F | 15% | 0.0in | 11.1h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ October | 61°F | 77°F | 20% | 0.0in | 10.6h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 54°F | 68°F | 38% | 0.1in | 9.0h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ December | 48°F | 63°F | 28% | 0.1in | 9.0h | 7.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In August, Algiers averages 88°F, 6% rainy days and 12.2h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.6/10.
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Comparison
August vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 9.5/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -4°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +1%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Algiers in August
Is August a good time to visit Algiers?
August is an excellent time to visit Algiers (score 8.6/10). With 88°F, 12.2h of sunshine and 6% rain, conditions are very favourable.
Is it too hot in Algiers in August?
Temperatures reach 88°F. It's intense but manageable with sunscreen and water. Sunshine: 12.2h/day.
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