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Batna, Batna Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Batna, Batna?
Batna, Batna gets 280 mm of precipitation a year over about 59 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 36°C) and January the coldest (average low 0°C).
Semi-arid climate
Batna, Batna has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 12°C in January to 36°C in July. April is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March, May, and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 0° | 13° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 6° | 22° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 16° | 34° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 9° | 24° |
How much rain does Batna get?
Batna gets 280 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 59 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 59% of Algeria.
April is the wettest month, with 34 mm. July is the driest, with 6 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 6.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 29 days, to August 13, 2023.
Batna weather by month
Batna weather in January
In January, Batna averages a high of 12°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 65% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 23°C (2016) and the record low is -8°C (2005).
Batna weather in February
In February, Batna averages a high of 13°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 29°C (2010) and the record low is -10°C (2012).
Batna weather in March
In March, Batna averages a high of 17°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 32°C (2001) and the record low is -7°C (2000). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Batna weather in April
In April, Batna averages a high of 21°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 35°C (2023) and the record low is -6°C (1995).
Batna weather in May
In May, Batna averages a high of 26°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 41°C (1994) and the record low is -2°C (1992). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Batna weather in June
In June, Batna averages a high of 32°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 46°C (1997) and the record low is 3°C (2006).
Batna weather in July
In July, Batna averages a high of 36°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 82% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 45°C (2024) and the record low is 7°C (2016).
Batna weather in August
In August, Batna averages a high of 35°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 82% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 43°C (2005) and the record low is 8°C (1995).
Batna weather in September
In September, Batna averages a high of 29°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 41°C (1980) and the record low is 3°C (1996).
Batna weather in October
In October, Batna averages a high of 24°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 36°C (1999) and the record low is -2°C (1975). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Batna weather in November
In November, Batna averages a high of 17°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 28°C (2012) and the record low is -7°C (2005). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Batna weather in December
In December, Batna averages a high of 13°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 27°C (2009) and the record low is -7°C (2007).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Batna
July is the sunniest month in Batna, with estimated sunshine of 82% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest, at 51%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 62% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Batna is cloudier than 65% of Algeria.
Humidity peaks in December at 66% and is lowest in July at 28%.
Batna has about 49 days a year above 32°C. Batna is cooler than 70% of Algeria.
First and last freeze in Batna
The first fall freeze in Batna typically comes around November 24, and the last spring freeze around April 10. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 228 days.
Batna weather records
These records cover BATNA during 1973–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Batna station is 46°C, on June 17, 1997. The coldest is -10°C, on February 6, 2012.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 147 mm of precipitation, on August 17, 1982.
27 all-time records have been set at the station since 1973.
The best time to visit Batna
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March, May, and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 0°C.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 6°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 34°C and lows near 16°C.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 9°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0° | 12° | 30 mm | 6 | 61% | 65% | 23° | -8° |
| February | 0° | 13° | 20 mm | 6 | 55% | 60% | 29° | -10° |
| March | 3° | 17° | 29 mm | 6 | 56% | 51% | 32° | -7° |
| April | 6° | 21° | 34 mm | 6 | 52% | 52% | 35° | -6° |
| May | 9° | 26° | 33 mm | 6 | 48% | 56% | 41° | -2° |
| June | 14° | 32° | 20 mm | 4 | 37% | 63% | 46° | 3° |
| July | 17° | 36° | 5.6 mm | 2 | 28% | 82% | 45° | 7° |
| August | 17° | 35° | 14 mm | 3 | 32% | 82% | 43° | 8° |
| September | 14° | 29° | 27 mm | 5 | 46% | 60% | 41° | 3° |
| October | 9° | 24° | 22 mm | 5 | 50% | 64% | 36° | -2° |
| November | 4° | 17° | 21 mm | 5 | 62% | 56% | 28° | -7° |
| December | 1° | 13° | 25 mm | 6 | 66% | 55% | 27° | -7° |
Station: BATNA, 1 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1973–2025; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Batna climate questions
How much rain does Batna get?
Batna gets 280 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 59 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Batna?
April is the wettest month in Batna, with 34 mm. July is the driest, with 6 mm.
How many rainy days does Batna have a year?
Batna has about 59 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 6.
What is the hottest month in Batna?
July is the warmest month in Batna, with an average high of 36°C.
What is the coldest month in Batna?
January is the coldest month in Batna, with an average low of 0°C.
What is the record high temperature in Batna?
Within the available 1973–2025 station history, the record high at the Batna station is 46°C, set on June 17, 1997. The record low is -10°C, on February 6, 2012.
What is the sunniest month in Batna?
July is the sunniest month in Batna, with estimated sunshine of 82% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Batna?
The first fall freeze in Batna typically comes around November 24. The last spring freeze is around April 10.
What is the best time to visit Batna?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March, May, and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.