Chlef, Algeria experiences average highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 5 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have warmed by 1.3°C (2.3°F) across the available records.
Chlef, Algeria Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Chlef, Algeria. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: May–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.6/10
Best: May, October
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 26°C / 14°C
Feels Like 25°C / 14°C
Rainy Days 5
Rainfall 34 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 64%
Wind Speed 14 km/h
Dew Point 13°C
Hottest Month
37°C
July
Avg Low23°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
6°C
January
Avg High16°C
Rain9days
Driest Month
0days
July
Avg High37°C
Avg Low23°C
Windiest Month
16 km/h
March (Gusts 39)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, July, August due to less favorable weather conditions.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:38
Daylight 14.6h
Sunset 20:15
Live conditions—
Chlef on the map · live conditions
Chlef, Algeria
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Algeria
- City
- Chlef
- Population
- 178.6K
- Coordinates
- 36.17°, 1.33°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 8 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 36°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 1 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 5 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 17°C
Avg Low 7°C
Rain 7 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 16°C / 6°C . Feb: 18°C / 7°C . Mar: 20°C / 9°C . Apr: 23°C / 12°C . May: 28°C / 15°C . Jun: 33°C / 19°C . Jul: 37°C / 23°C . Aug: 37°C / 23°C . Sep: 32°C / 20°C . Oct: 28°C / 16°C . Nov: 21°C / 11°C . Dec: 18°C / 8°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 52 mm. Feb: 40 mm. Mar: 73 mm. Apr: 47 mm. May: 26 mm. Jun: 9 mm. Jul: 1 mm. Aug: 2 mm. Sep: 18 mm. Oct: 22 mm. Nov: 65 mm. Dec: 51 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 76%. Feb: 73%. Mar: 70%. Apr: 66%. May: 60%. Jun: 52%. Jul: 47%. Aug: 50%. Sep: 60%. Oct: 63%. Nov: 71%. Dec: 78%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 14 km/h . Feb: 14 km/h . Mar: 16 km/h . Apr: 16 km/h . May: 15 km/h . Jun: 15 km/h . Jul: 15 km/h . Aug: 15 km/h . Sep: 14 km/h . Oct: 13 km/h . Nov: 15 km/h . Dec: 13 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 8h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 11h. May: 12h. Jun: 13h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 8h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 3. Feb: UV 4. Mar: UV 6. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 5. Nov: UV 4. Dec: UV 3.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 1.3°C (2.3°F) across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Aug 2025 · 38°C | Jul · 37°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 7°C | Jan · 6°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 93 mm | Mar · 73 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 17 km/h | Mar · 16 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Fair 
February
Good March
Good April
Good May best
Excellent June
Good July
Fair August
Fair September
Good October best
Excellent November
Good December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C / 6°C | 14°C / 4°C | 9days (52 mm) Wet | 8h Good | 76% Humid | 3.2 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| February | 18°C / 7°C | 16°C / 5°C | 6days (40 mm) Good | 9h Good | 73% Muggy | 4.3 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| March | 20°C / 9°C | 19°C / 7°C | 11days (73 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 70% Muggy | 5.7 High | Good | View Details |
| April | 23°C / 12°C | 23°C / 10°C | 8days (47 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 6.9 High | Good | View Details |
| May best | 28°C / 15°C | 28°C / 14°C | 5days (26 mm) Good | 12.2h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 7.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June | 33°C / 19°C | 34°C / 20°C | 2days (9 mm) Excellent | 13.2h Excellent | 52% Moderate | 8.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| July | 37°C / 23°C | 39°C / 25°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 13.2h Excellent | 47% Moderate | 8.3 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 37°C / 23°C | 38°C / 25°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 12.1h Excellent | 50% Moderate | 7.7 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| September | 32°C / 20°C | 33°C / 22°C | 3days (18 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 6.5 High | Good | View Details |
| October best | 28°C / 16°C | 27°C / 16°C | 4days (22 mm) Good | 9.7h Good | 63% Muggy | 5.2 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 21°C / 11°C | 19°C / 10°C | 9days (65 mm) Wet | 8.1h Good | 71% Muggy | 3.8 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| December | 18°C / 8°C | 16°C / 6°C | 7days (51 mm) Good | 7.5h Good | 78% Humid | 2.9 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Chlef are May, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Chlef, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Chlef is July, with average daytime highs of 37°C (99°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Chlef is January, with average overnight lows of 6°C (43°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Chlef is March, averaging 73mm of precipitation across 11 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Chlef receives approximately 125 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 13 hours. Based on climate data for Chlef.
The least favorable months to visit Chlef are January, July, August, primarily due to less favorable weather conditions. For the best conditions, consider May, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Chlef is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Chlef is 64%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Chlef are 14 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 16 km/h (10 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Chlef averages 11 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 38%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Chlef is 13°C (55°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Chlef has a Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate, classified as Csa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Chlef ranges from 14°C (57°F) to 25°C (77°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Chlef. It earns a climate score of 8.2/10 with Good.
For June in Chlef, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 33°C (92°F) and 2 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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