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Annaba, Algeria · Temperate oceanic

Annaba in January: go or not?

Tough period. Annaba in January only reaches 4.4/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 36.90°N · 7.77°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Annaba · January
4.4
7–16°
Temperature
33%
Rain
4h
Sun
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The month in detail

What to expect in January

In January, Annaba sees 61°F during the day with 4.5h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 33% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

January ranks 12 out of 12 months in Annaba. Compared to December: −4°F daytime.

This month's conditions

What it's like in January

UV index
3 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
7°
Sea
16°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
9.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is January the right month?

The best month in Annaba is May (8.6/10), 4.2 pts higher than January.

See May →See all 12 months →
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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 trip.

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 ⓘ+2.40°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 90°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 61°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 50%

🏖️ Beach trip

📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
Location

Where is Annaba ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Algeria
Temperate 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 75°F highs, 57°F 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 57°F, while afternoon highs average 75°F.
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 January?
In January, the sea averages 62°F in Annaba: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Annaba in January?
The average UV index reaches 3 in January in Annaba (moderate), with about 9.7h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.