The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Oran. Temperatures rise (75°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (10% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (9.5/10) remains theoretically better.
May ranks 3 out of 12 months in Oran. Compared to April: +5°F daytime, 6 pts fewer rainy days, +0.9h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
13°
Sea
20°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
13.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 35
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Oran is June (9.5/10), 0.8 pt higher than May.
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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 ⓘ+2.80°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 88°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 61°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 22%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Oran ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
AlgeriaTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.5 → 6.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
35.70°N · 0.64°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Oran?
June is the best month with 82°F highs, 64°F lows, 9.8h of sunshine and 3.0% rainy days. The months of June & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Oran get in June?
Oran averages 9.8 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Oran?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Oran in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 64°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Oran good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Oran scores 7.0/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 9.4/10.
When should you avoid Oran?
August is the most difficult month to visit Oran, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Oran in May?
In May, the sea averages 67°F in Oran: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Oran in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Oran (high), with about 13.9h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.