Climate Chart of Tamanrasset (Sahara), Algeria
Monthly data: Temperature °C, Rain (mm), Sunshine (h) · 2013–2023
For Tamanrasset (Sahara), Algeria, the climate data describe 2013–2023.
Climate overview
Temperature
Monthly mean temperatures are lowest in January, at 14.6 °C, and reach their highest monthly mean in July, at 33.0 °C. These are monthly averages, not daytime maximum temperatures, so they describe the broader monthly pattern rather than the hottest conditions a visitor might experience during a day. The unweighted mean of the monthly mean temperatures is 25.0 °C. It summarizes the calendar-month means without weighting them by the number of days in each month.
Rain
Mean daily rainfall reaches its highest monthly average in March, at 0.10 mm/day. Even at this monthly peak, the figure is a daily mean rather than a monthly accumulation, and it does not indicate how often rain falls. Across the calendar-month means, the unweighted mean daily rainfall is 0.04 mm/day. This gives a broad average of daily amounts, not a forecast for any particular date or a guarantee of dry weather.
Sunshine
Mean daily sunshine duration is highest in June, at 11.42 hours/day, and lowest in December, at 9.45 hours/day. These averages describe sunshine duration, not day length, and cannot establish the conditions on an individual day.
Best Travel Time Guide for Tamanrasset (Sahara), Algeria: Ideal Seasons and Weather Insights
For visitors prioritising cooler monthly averages, January is the option indicated by the lowest monthly mean temperature, 14.6 °C. This average helps frame the month, but does not specify daytime highs or the range of temperatures you might encounter; check a current forecast when planning specific activities. The highest monthly mean temperature occurs in July, at 33.0 °C, which is useful context if you prefer to avoid the warmest monthly average. It is not a daytime maximum, so it should not be treated as a limit on hotter conditions.
If lower average rainfall is your priority, the supplied data point to March as the month with the highest mean daily rainfall, 0.10 mm/day, so plan with the possibility of rain in mind. The figure is a daily mean, not a monthly total or a measure of rain frequency, and it cannot promise either wet or dry days. For outdoor sightseeing planned around sunshine duration, June has the highest mean at 11.42 hours/day, while December has the lowest at 9.45 hours/day. These figures can help compare average daily sunshine, but they are not measures of daylight length and cannot predict conditions on your travel dates.
Climate Data Overview for Tamanrasset (Sahara), Algeria
Explore the comprehensive climate data for Tamanrasset (Sahara), Algeria. This detailed table provides valuable insights into temperature variations, precipitation levels, and seasonal changes, helping you understand the unique weather patterns of this region.
| Month | Average: Temperature °C | Rain (mm) / day | Snow (mm) / day | Sunshine (h) / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14.6 | 0.02 | 0.00 | 9.64 |
| Feb | 17.6 | 0.03 | 0.00 | 9.95 |
| Mar | 21.1 | 0.10 | 0.00 | 10.61 |
| Apr | 26.2 | 0.02 | 0.00 | 11.08 |
| May | 30.1 | 0.05 | 0.00 | 11.24 |
| Jun | 32.6 | 0.05 | 0.00 | 11.42 |
| Jul | 33.0 | 0.02 | 0.00 | 11.31 |
| Aug | 32.0 | 0.07 | 0.00 | 10.88 |
| Sep | 30.7 | 0.02 | 0.00 | 10.55 |
| Oct | 26.1 | 0.03 | 0.00 | 10.34 |
| Nov | 20.3 | 0.05 | 0.00 | 9.65 |
| Dec | 16.1 | 0.02 | 0.00 | 9.45 |
| Average | 25.0 | 0.04 | 0.00 | 10.51 |
