Saïda, Saida Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Saïda, Saida gets 346 mm of precipitation a year over about 67 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 37°C) and January the coldest (average low 3°C).

Saïda climate at a glance

Semi-arid climate

Saïda, Saida has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 15°C in January to 37°C in July. January is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Saïda get?

Saïda gets 346 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 67 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 70% of Algeria.

January is the wettest month, with 42 mm. July is the driest, with 5 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 8.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 35 days, to August 9, 2022.

Saïda weather by month

Saïda weather in January

In January, Saïda averages a high of 14°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The January record high is 26°C (2024) and the record low is -7°C (2005).

Saïda weather in February

In February, Saïda averages a high of 15°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The February record high is 28°C (2002) and the record low is -6°C (1981).

Saïda weather in March

In March, Saïda averages a high of 18°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The March record high is 31°C (2006) and the record low is -5°C (2007). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Saïda weather in April

In April, Saïda averages a high of 22°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The April record high is 36°C (2023) and the record low is -3°C (2003). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Saïda weather in May

In May, Saïda averages a high of 27°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The May record high is 38°C (2015) and the record low is 1°C (2016). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Saïda weather in June

In June, Saïda averages a high of 32°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The June record high is 43°C (2001) and the record low is 6°C (2007).

Saïda weather in July

In July, Saïda averages a high of 37°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 76% of daylight hours. The July record high is 44°C (2023) and the record low is 7°C (2017).

Saïda weather in August

In August, Saïda averages a high of 36°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 74% of daylight hours. The August record high is 44°C (2012) and the record low is 6°C (1981).

Saïda weather in September

In September, Saïda averages a high of 31°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The September record high is 40°C (2022) and the record low is 4°C (1986).

Saïda weather in October

In October, Saïda averages a high of 26°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The October record high is 38°C (2013) and the record low is 2°C (1981). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Saïda weather in November

In November, Saïda averages a high of 18°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The November record high is 31°C (2012) and the record low is -1°C (2017). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Saïda weather in December

In December, Saïda averages a high of 15°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The December record high is 28°C (2023) and the record low is -11°C (2004).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Saïda

July is the sunniest month in Saïda, with sunshine about 76% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest, at 48%. Over the year the sun shines about 61% of daylight hours. Saïda is cloudier than 75% of Algeria.

Humidity peaks in December at 62% and is lowest in July at 28%.

Saïda has about 61 days a year above 32°C. Saïda is cooler than 51% of Algeria.

First and last freeze in Saïda

The first fall freeze in Saïda typically comes around December 10, and the last spring freeze around March 13. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 272 days.

Saïda weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Saïda station is 44°C, on July 11, 2023. The coldest is -11°C, on December 28, 2004.

The wettest day on record brought 66 mm of rain, on November 13, 2012.

32 all-time records have been set at the station since 1981.

The best time to visit Saïda

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 4°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 8°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 35°C and lows near 17°C.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 11°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January42 mm859%61%26°-7°
February35 mm852%59%28°-6°
March36 mm851%48%31°-5°
April36 mm748%52%36°-3°
May34 mm644%58%38°
June12 mm339%64%43°
July4.6 mm228%76%44°
August6.9 mm230%74%44°
September24 mm544%60%40°
October41 mm546%61%38°
November38 mm756%63%31°-1°
December37 mm862%58%28°-11°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Saïda climate questions

How much rain does Saïda get?

Saïda gets 346 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 67 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Saïda?

January is the wettest month in Saïda, with 42 mm. July is the driest, with 5 mm.

How many rainy days does Saïda have a year?

Saïda has about 67 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 8.

What is the hottest month in Saïda?

July is the warmest month in Saïda, with an average high of 37°C.

What is the coldest month in Saïda?

January is the coldest month in Saïda, with an average low of 3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Saïda?

The record high at the Saïda station is 44°C, set on July 11, 2023. The record low is -11°C, on December 28, 2004.

What is the sunniest month in Saïda?

July is the sunniest month in Saïda, with sunshine about 76% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Saïda?

The first fall freeze in Saïda typically comes around December 10. The last spring freeze is around March 13.

What is the best time to visit Saïda?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station SAIDA (4 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station SAIDA.