Sétif, Sétif Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Sétif get?

Sétif gets 377 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 76 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 80% of Algeria.

April is the wettest month, with 43 mm. July is the driest, with 13 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 9.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 34 days, to June 29, 2022.

Sétif weather by month

Sétif weather in January

In January, Sétif averages a high of 11°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The January record high is 22°C (2007) and the record low is -11°C (2005).

Sétif weather in February

In February, Sétif averages a high of 12°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The February record high is 26°C (2010) and the record low is -9°C (2012).

Sétif weather in March

In March, Sétif averages a high of 15°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The March record high is 28°C (2001) and the record low is -6°C (2015).

Sétif weather in April

In April, Sétif averages a high of 18°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (2023) and the record low is -4°C (1994).

Sétif weather in May

In May, Sétif averages a high of 24°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The May record high is 38°C (1994) and the record low is -1°C (2016). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sétif weather in June

In June, Sétif averages a high of 30°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The June record high is 42°C (1984) and the record low is 1°C (2006).

Sétif weather in July

In July, Sétif averages a high of 34°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 82% of daylight hours. The July record high is 42°C (2023) and the record low is 7°C (2016).

Sétif weather in August

In August, Sétif averages a high of 33°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 80% of daylight hours. The August record high is 43°C (2009) and the record low is 6°C (1981).

Sétif weather in September

In September, Sétif averages a high of 28°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The September record high is 38°C (1990) and the record low is 4°C (2002).

Sétif weather in October

In October, Sétif averages a high of 22°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The October record high is 34°C (2013) and the record low is 1°C (1993). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sétif weather in November

In November, Sétif averages a high of 16°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The November record high is 27°C (2006) and the record low is -6°C (2005).

Sétif weather in December

In December, Sétif averages a high of 11°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The December record high is 22°C (1989) and the record low is -9°C (2003).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Sétif

July is the sunniest month in Sétif, with sunshine about 82% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest, at 43%. Over the year the sun shines about 57% of daylight hours. Sétif is cloudier than 99% of Algeria.

Humidity peaks in December at 73% and is lowest in July at 40%.

Sétif has about 46 days a year above 32°C. Sétif is cooler than 73% of Algeria.

First and last freeze in Sétif

The first fall freeze in Sétif typically comes around December 4, and the last spring freeze around April 3. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 245 days.

Sétif weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Sétif station is 43°C, on August 2, 2009. The coldest is -11°C, on January 27, 2005.

The wettest day on record brought 132 mm of rain, on April 18, 1982.

29 all-time records have been set at the station since 1980.

The best time to visit Sétif

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and October, when daytime highs sit near 23°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 6°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 17°C.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 10°C.

Sétif climate questions

How much rain does Sétif get?

Sétif gets 377 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 76 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Sétif?

April is the wettest month in Sétif, with 43 mm. July is the driest, with 13 mm.

How many rainy days does Sétif have a year?

Sétif has about 76 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 9.

What is the hottest month in Sétif?

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

What is the coldest month in Sétif?

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

What is the record high temperature in Sétif?

The record high at the Sétif station is 43°C, set on August 2, 2009. The record low is -11°C, on January 27, 2005.

What is the sunniest month in Sétif?

July is the sunniest month in Sétif, with sunshine about 82% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Sétif?

The first fall freeze in Sétif typically comes around December 4. The last spring freeze is around April 3.

What is the best time to visit Sétif?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.