Djelfa, Djelfa Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Djelfa, Djelfa gets 260 mm of precipitation a year over about 59 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 34°C) and January the coldest (average low 1°C).

Djelfa climate at a glance

Semi-arid climate

Djelfa, Djelfa has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 10°C in January to 34°C in July. October is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Djelfa get?

Djelfa gets 260 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 59 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 63% of Algeria.

October is the wettest month, with 33 mm. July is the driest, with 9 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 7.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 70 days, to September 11, 2023.

Djelfa weather by month

Djelfa weather in January

In January, Djelfa averages a high of 10°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 23 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The January record high is 23°C (2024) and the record low is -12°C (1978).

Djelfa weather in February

In February, Djelfa averages a high of 12°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The February record high is 26°C (2010) and the record low is -9°C (1974).

Djelfa weather in March

In March, Djelfa averages a high of 16°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The March record high is 29°C (2001) and the record low is -7°C (1973).

Djelfa weather in April

In April, Djelfa averages a high of 19°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The April record high is 33°C (1987) and the record low is -4°C (1995). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Djelfa weather in May

In May, Djelfa averages a high of 24°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The May record high is 38°C (1994) and the record low is 1°C (1989). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Djelfa weather in June

In June, Djelfa averages a high of 30°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (1995) and the record low is 3°C (2006).

Djelfa weather in July

In July, Djelfa averages a high of 34°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 80% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (2024) and the record low is 9°C (1978).

Djelfa weather in August

In August, Djelfa averages a high of 33°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 80% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (1994) and the record low is 8°C (1975).

Djelfa weather in September

In September, Djelfa averages a high of 27°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The September record high is 37°C (1998) and the record low is 4°C (1988).

Djelfa weather in October

In October, Djelfa averages a high of 22°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The October record high is 35°C (1979) and the record low is 0°C (1980).

Djelfa weather in November

In November, Djelfa averages a high of 14°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The November record high is 27°C (2012) and the record low is -6°C (1999).

Djelfa weather in December

In December, Djelfa averages a high of 11°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The December record high is 26°C (2023) and the record low is -7°C (1980).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Djelfa

July is the sunniest month in Djelfa, with sunshine about 80% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest, at 52%. Over the year the sun shines about 64% of daylight hours. Djelfa is sunnier than 58% of Algeria.

Humidity peaks in December at 65% and is lowest in July at 19%.

Djelfa has about 46 days a year above 32°C. Djelfa is cooler than 75% of Algeria.

First and last freeze in Djelfa

The first fall freeze in Djelfa typically comes around November 26, and the last spring freeze around March 27. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 244 days.

Djelfa weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Djelfa station is 41°C, on July 29, 2023. The coldest is -12°C, on January 14, 1978.

The wettest day on record brought 110 mm of rain, on October 10, 2001.

27 all-time records have been set at the station since 1973.

The best time to visit Djelfa

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 1°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 7°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 33°C and lows near 18°C.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 10°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January23 mm760%64%23°-12°
February21 mm549%62%26°-9°
March25 mm649%52%29°-7°
April28 mm543%56%33°-4°
May27 mm536%61%38°
June15 mm426%64%39°
July9.4 mm319%80%41°
August12 mm323%80%39°
September30 mm539%63%37°
October33 mm546%66%35°
November18 mm559%61%27°-6°
December19 mm665%60%26°-7°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Djelfa climate questions

How much rain does Djelfa get?

Djelfa gets 260 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 59 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Djelfa?

October is the wettest month in Djelfa, with 33 mm. July is the driest, with 9 mm.

How many rainy days does Djelfa have a year?

Djelfa has about 59 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 7.

What is the hottest month in Djelfa?

July is the warmest month in Djelfa, with an average high of 34°C.

What is the coldest month in Djelfa?

January is the coldest month in Djelfa, with an average low of 1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Djelfa?

The record high at the Djelfa station is 41°C, set on July 29, 2023. The record low is -12°C, on January 14, 1978.

What is the sunniest month in Djelfa?

July is the sunniest month in Djelfa, with sunshine about 80% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Djelfa?

The first fall freeze in Djelfa typically comes around November 26. The last spring freeze is around March 27.

What is the best time to visit Djelfa?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station DJELFA/TLETSI (2 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station DJELFA/TLETSI.