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Algiers in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Algiers in February 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Algiers in February, 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 10 rainy days in the month and around 66 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+59°F
Avg. max. temperature
+34°F
Min.
+82°F
Max.
66 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Algiers has OK weather in February.

Average temperature in Algiers in February

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

Going from a maximum of +70°F during the day to a minimum of +43°F during the night, the temperature in February averages around +61°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 40% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +61°F to +50°F.

Is Algiers warm or cold in February?

Algiers is typically mild in February.

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

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

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

Water temperature in Algiers in February

Water in Algiers in February is Cold. It varies from +57°F to +61°F, with an average of +59°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +59°F.

The water temperature in February 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 February?

We would not recommend swimming in Algiers in February, the water is very cold (+59°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 February

Algiers weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+59°F+59°F+63°F
Min. temperature
+34°F+34°F+37°F
Max. temperature
+77°F+82°F+84°F
Rainfall
75 mm66 mm63 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+60°F+59°F+60°F
Humidity
76%76%75%
Air pressure
1020 HPa1019 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
9910
Cloudy days
768
Rainy days
111010
Snowy days
000

February weather is still as ok as in January. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +59°F for average maximum temperature during the day. As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 75 mm to 66 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 76%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 9 sunny days during the month.

March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 6 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 February, going from 2 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Algiers based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 21% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 14 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 5 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 6 rainy days during February, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, 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 February in Algiers?

This is the weather in Algiers in February 2023:
1 February
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+61°F
2 February
☀️
+60°F
3 February
☁️
+57°F
4 February
☀️
+62°F
5 February
☁️
+61°F
6 February
🌧️
+60°F
7 February
☀️
+61°F
8 February
☁️
+58°F
9 February
🌧️
+55°F
10 February
☀️
+56°F
11 February
☁️
+60°F
12 February
☀️
+61°F
13 February
☀️
+62°F
14 February
☀️
+65°F
15 February
☁️
+64°F
16 February
☀️
+67°F
17 February
☀️
+63°F
18 February
☀️
+66°F
19 February
☀️
+70°F
20 February
☀️
+68°F
21 February
☀️
+71°F
22 February
☀️
+66°F
23 February
🌫️
+66°F
24 February
☁️
+67°F
25 February
🌧️
+57°F
26 February
☁️
+55°F
27 February
🌧️
+53°F
28 February
🌧️
+50°F
In February 2023 Algiers had 15 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +61°F, with an absolute maximum of +70°F and a minimum of +50°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 19%. 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 February 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 February:

Is February a good time to visit Algiers?

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

Can you sunbathe in Algiers in February?

February 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 February?

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

Is Algiers rainy in February?

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

Is it sunny in Algiers in February?

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