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Algiers in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Algiers in December will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Algiers, based on historical data.
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December

Weather in Algiers in December 2024

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
If you plan to visit Algiers in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +61°F during the day and approximately 9 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 11 rainy days in the month and around 83 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • December is usually the wettest month of the year in Algiers;

Average weather

☀️
+61°F
Avg. max. temperature
+36°F
Min.
+82°F
Max.
83 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Algiers has OK weather in December.

Average temperature in Algiers in December

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Algiers for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +73°F during the day to a minimum of +46°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +63°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +73°F to +64°F.

Is Algiers warm or cold in December?

Algiers is typically mild in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +66°F to +61°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +57°F to +54°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

December is one of the coolest months in Algiers, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Algiers in December

Water in Algiers in December is Fresh. It varies from +59°F to +65°F, with an average of +62°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +61°F.

In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Algiers are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +77°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +59°F.

Can you swim in Algiers in December?

Water temperature (+62°F) in Algiers in December might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Algiers in December

Algiers weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+66°F+61°F+59°F
Min. temperature
+41°F+36°F+34°F
Max. temperature
+90°F+82°F+77°F
Rainfall
88 mm83 mm75 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+67°F+62°F+60°F
Humidity
74%76%76%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1020 HPa1020 HPa
Sunny days
899
Cloudy days
787
Rainy days
101111
Snowy days
000

December typically has worse weather conditions compared to November. It’s getting colder in December. From +66°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +61°F. As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 88 mm to 83 mm. Humidity rises from 74% to 76%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in December, from 8 to 9.

January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Algiers in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Algiers is gradually decreasing during December, going from 3 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Algiers based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 32% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 46 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 10 mm, which is considered light rain. December is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
December is one of the rainiest months in Algiers, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Algiers wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 33% chance of precipitation and 88 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last December in Algiers?

This is the weather in Algiers in December 2023:
1 December
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+74°F
2 December
☁️
+64°F
3 December
☁️
+62°F
4 December
☁️
+64°F
5 December
☁️
+63°F
6 December
☁️
+60°F
7 December
☀️
+63°F
8 December
🌧️
+65°F
9 December
☁️
+63°F
10 December
☀️
+67°F
11 December
☀️
+69°F
12 December
☁️
+71°F
13 December
☀️
+69°F
14 December
☁️
+62°F
15 December
☁️
+61°F
16 December
🌧️
+60°F
17 December
☁️
+58°F
18 December
🌧️
+60°F
19 December
🌧️
+60°F
20 December
☁️
+61°F
21 December
☁️
+61°F
22 December
☀️
+63°F
23 December
☀️
+62°F
24 December
☀️
+61°F
25 December
☀️
+61°F
26 December
☀️
+61°F
27 December
☁️
+61°F
28 December
☀️
+63°F
29 December
☁️
+65°F
30 December
☁️
+62°F
31 December
☀️
+64°F
In December 2023 Algiers had 12 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +63°F, with an absolute maximum of +73°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 42%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Algiers climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Algiers in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+68°F) and the highest in 2011 (+75°F). The driest year was 2000 with only 292 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1982 with 852 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Algiers in December:

Is December a good time to visit Algiers?

It’s always a good time to visit Algiers, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Algiers in December?

December has mild temperatures in Algiers. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Algiers in December?

In general, you can swim in Algiers in December, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +62°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Algiers rainy in December?

Algiers is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Algiers in December?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Algiers in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Algeria

Check out the weather for other cities in Algeria.

Monthly weather in Algiers

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Algiers, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.