Climate Insights for Aïn Kercha

Ain Kercha, Oum el Bouaghi, Algeria

Hottest
July
36°C peak
Coldest
January
3°C low
Wettest
May
46mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Aïn Kercha is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 344mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 46mm of rainfall. Aïn Kercha is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 3°C. Light snow can occur between January and February.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 12° Average: 7° Min: 3° Feb Max: 14° Average: 9° Min: 4° Mar Max: 17° Average: 11° Min: 6° Apr Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 9° May Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 13° Jun Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 18° Jul Max: 36° Average: 28° Min: 21° Aug Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 21° Sep Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 17° Oct Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° Nov Max: 17° Average: 12° Min: 8° Dec Max: 14° Average: 9° Min: 5°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Aïn Kercha vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 28mm Snow: 4mm Feb Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 2mm Mar Precipitation: 45mm Snow: 1mm Apr Precipitation: 40mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 46mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 16mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 7mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 16mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 24mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 34mm Snow: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 28mm Snow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow

Aïn Kercha is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 344mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 29mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 46mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 7mm. That's 39mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Light snowfall can occur between January and February, totalling around 7cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 4cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 15km/h Feb Wind Speed: 15km/h Mar Wind Speed: 16km/h Apr Wind Speed: 15km/h May Wind Speed: 15km/h Jun Wind Speed: 16km/h Jul Wind Speed: 15km/h Aug Wind Speed: 15km/h Sep Wind Speed: 14km/h Oct Wind Speed: 13km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Aïn Kercha is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Aïn Kercha, which began on March 20, 2026. Aïn Kercha is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 36°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 3°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 6 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 130mm over the season and a monthly average of 43mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 39mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 8 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 86mm over the season and a monthly average of 29mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 3 to 14°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 88mm over the season and a monthly average of 29mm. Expect around 6cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan
Feb
Mar 11°
Apr 15°
May 19°
Jun 25°
Jul 28°
Aug 27°
Sep 23°
Oct 18°
Nov 12°
Dec

The best time to visit Aïn Kercha is during May, June, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 29mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 36°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 3°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Aïn Kercha based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
3 °C
12 °C
15 km/h
28 mm
4 cm
Feb
4 °C
14 °C
15 km/h
33 mm
2 cm
Mar Current
6 °C
17 °C
16 km/h
45 mm
1 cm
Apr
9 °C
21 °C
15 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
25 °C
15 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Jun
18 °C
32 °C
16 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
36 °C
15 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
34 °C
15 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Sep
17 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Oct
13 °C
24 °C
13 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Nov
8 °C
17 °C
14 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Dec
5 °C
14 °C
13 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
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