- WinterDec–Feb6°18°
- December6°18°
- January5°17°
- February7°19°
- SpringMar–May14°28°
- March10°24°
- April14°28°
- May19°33°
- SummerJun–Aug26°40°
- June24°38°
- July27°41°
- August27°41°
- AutumnSep–Nov17°29°
- September23°36°
- October17°30°
- November11°23°
El Oued, El Oued Weather by Month and Climate Averages
El Oued, El Oued gets 76 mm of precipitation a year over about 16 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 41°C) and January the coldest (average low 5°C).
El Oued climate at a glance
Desert climate
El Oued, El Oued has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 17°C in January to 41°C in July. November is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and December, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
How much rain does El Oued get?
El Oued gets 76 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 16 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 76% of Algeria.
November is the wettest month, with 15 mm. July is the driest, with 1 mm. March has the most rainy days, about 2.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 76 days, to August 16, 2023.
El Oued weather by month
El Oued weather in January
In January, El Oued averages a high of 17°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 83% of daylight hours. The January record high is 28°C (2021) and the record low is -2°C (1981). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
El Oued weather in February
In February, El Oued averages a high of 19°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The February record high is 36°C (2010) and the record low is -2°C (1981). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
El Oued weather in March
In March, El Oued averages a high of 24°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The March record high is 36°C (1981) and the record low is -6°C (2008). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
El Oued weather in April
In April, El Oued averages a high of 28°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 67% of daylight hours. The April record high is 41°C (2008) and the record low is 5°C (1987).
El Oued weather in May
In May, El Oued averages a high of 33°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The May record high is 46°C (2016) and the record low is 8°C (1977).
El Oued weather in June
In June, El Oued averages a high of 38°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 79% of daylight hours. The June record high is 48°C (2007) and the record low is 9°C (1977).
El Oued weather in July
In July, El Oued averages a high of 41°C and a low of 27°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 96% of daylight hours. The July record high is 49°C (2022) and the record low is 15°C (2012).
El Oued weather in August
In August, El Oued averages a high of 41°C and a low of 27°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 94% of daylight hours. The August record high is 48°C (2011) and the record low is 14°C (2011).
El Oued weather in September
In September, El Oued averages a high of 36°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 75% of daylight hours. The September record high is 46°C (2011) and the record low is 13°C (1979).
El Oued weather in October
In October, El Oued averages a high of 30°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 78% of daylight hours. The October record high is 41°C (2013) and the record low is 2°C (1982).
El Oued weather in November
In November, El Oued averages a high of 23°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 78% of daylight hours. The November record high is 34°C (2012) and the record low is 0°C (1984).
El Oued weather in December
In December, El Oued averages a high of 18°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 77% of daylight hours. The December record high is 28°C (2007) and the record low is -2°C (1980). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sunshine, humidity and wind in El Oued
July is the sunniest month in El Oued, with sunshine about 96% of daylight hours. April is the cloudiest, at 67%. Over the year the sun shines about 78% of daylight hours. El Oued is sunnier than 84% of Algeria.
Humidity peaks in December at 54% and is lowest in July at 20%.
El Oued has about 104 days a year above 32°C. El Oued is hotter than 81% of Algeria.
El Oued weather records
The hottest temperature on record at the El Oued station is 49°C, on July 22, 2011. The coldest is -6°C, on March 6, 2008.
The wettest day on record brought 220 mm of rain, on November 1, 2004.
32 all-time records have been set at the station since 1973.
The best time to visit El Oued
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and December, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 6°C.
Spring (March–May) is hot, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 14°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 40°C and lows near 26°C.
Autumn (September–November) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 17°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9.7 mm | 2 | 47% | 83% | 28° | -2° |
| February | 4.8 mm | 2 | 42% | 71% | 36° | -2° |
| March | 7.1 mm | 2 | 36% | 71% | 36° | -6° |
| April | 8.9 mm | 2 | 34% | 67% | 41° | 5° |
| May | 1.3 mm | 1 | 28% | 72% | 46° | 8° |
| June | 3.8 mm | 1 | 22% | 79% | 48° | 9° |
| July | 0.8 mm | 0 | 20% | 96% | 49° | 15° |
| August | 2.0 mm | 1 | 24% | 94% | 48° | 14° |
| September | 12 mm | 2 | 33% | 75% | 46° | 13° |
| October | 5.3 mm | 2 | 39% | 78% | 41° | 2° |
| November | 15 mm | 1 | 46% | 78% | 34° | 0° |
| December | 5.1 mm | 2 | 54% | 77% | 28° | -2° |
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
El Oued climate questions
How much rain does El Oued get?
El Oued gets 76 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 16 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in El Oued?
November is the wettest month in El Oued, with 15 mm. July is the driest, with 1 mm.
How many rainy days does El Oued have a year?
El Oued has about 16 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 2.
What is the hottest month in El Oued?
July is the warmest month in El Oued, with an average high of 41°C.
What is the coldest month in El Oued?
January is the coldest month in El Oued, with an average low of 5°C.
What is the record high temperature in El Oued?
The record high at the El Oued station is 49°C, set on July 22, 2011. The record low is -6°C, on March 6, 2008.
What is the sunniest month in El Oued?
July is the sunniest month in El Oued, with sunshine about 96% of daylight hours. April is the cloudiest.
What is the best time to visit El Oued?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and December, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station GUEMAR (19 km away).
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