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Algiers in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Algiers in January 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Algiers in January, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +59°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 75 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:
  • January is usually the coldest month of the year in Algiers;

Average weather

☀️
+59°F
Avg. max. temperature
+34°F
Min.
+77°F
Max.
75 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Algiers has OK weather in January.

Average temperature in Algiers in January

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

Going from a maximum of +73°F during the day to a minimum of +41°F during the night, the temperature in January averages around +61°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 +63°F.

Is Algiers warm or cold in January?

Algiers is typically mild in January.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +61°F to +59°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +54°F to +50°F.

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

January is the coldest month in Algiers, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Algiers in January

Water in Algiers in January is Cold. It varies from +58°F to +61°F, with an average of +60°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +59°F.

The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire 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 January?

We would not recommend swimming in Algiers in January, the water is very cold (+60°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
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
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Algiers in January

Algiers weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Avg. temperature
+61°F+59°F+59°F
Min. temperature
+36°F+34°F+34°F
Max. temperature
+82°F+77°F+82°F
Rainfall
83 mm75 mm66 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+62°F+60°F+59°F
Humidity
76%76%76%
Air pressure
1020 HPa1020 HPa1019 HPa
Sunny days
999
Cloudy days
876
Rainy days
111110
Snowy days
000

January weather is still as ok as in December. It’s getting colder in January. From +61°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +59°F. As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 83 mm to 75 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 76%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 9 sunny days during the month.

February brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Algiers is gradually increasing during January, going from 1 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Algiers based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 52% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 86 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 13 mm, which is considered light rain. January is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
January 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 January in Algiers?

This is the weather in Algiers in January 2023:
1 January
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+74°F
2 January
☀️
+71°F
3 January
☁️
+65°F
4 January
☁️
+64°F
5 January
☀️
+63°F
6 January
☀️
+66°F
7 January
☀️
+66°F
8 January
☀️
+69°F
9 January
☁️
+69°F
10 January
☀️
+68°F
11 January
☀️
+69°F
12 January
☀️
+63°F
13 January
☁️
+64°F
14 January
☀️
+65°F
15 January
☀️
+67°F
16 January
☀️
+65°F
17 January
☁️
+68°F
18 January
🌧️
+63°F
19 January
☁️
+58°F
20 January
🌧️
+58°F
21 January
🌧️
+54°F
22 January
🌧️
+50°F
23 January
🌧️
+52°F
24 January
🌧️
+53°F
25 January
⛈️
+52°F
26 January
🌧️
+51°F
27 January
🌧️
+51°F
28 January
🌧️
+52°F
29 January
🌧️
+51°F
30 January
☁️
+57°F
31 January
☀️
+62°F
In January 2023 Algiers had 13 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +61°F, with an absolute maximum of +73°F and a minimum of +50°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 20%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 15 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 January 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 January:

Is January a good time to visit Algiers?

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

Can you sunbathe in Algiers in January?

January 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 January?

Swimming in Algiers in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Algiers rainy in January?

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

Is it sunny in Algiers in January?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Algiers in January, 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.