Climate Insights for Arzew

Arzew, Oran, Algeria

Hottest
August
31°C peak
Coldest
January
10°C low
Wettest
January
53mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Arzew is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 297mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 53mm of rainfall. Arzew is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 10°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 16° Average: 13° Min: 10° Feb Max: 17° Average: 14° Min: 11° Mar Max: 19° Average: 16° Min: 12° Apr Max: 21° Average: 17° Min: 14° May Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 17° Jun Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 21° Jul Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Aug Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 24° Sep Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 22° Oct Max: 25° Average: 22° Min: 19° Nov Max: 21° Average: 18° Min: 15° Dec Max: 18° Average: 15° Min: 12°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Arzew vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 13°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 53mm Feb Precipitation: 29mm Mar Precipitation: 50mm Apr Precipitation: 32mm May Precipitation: 19mm Jun Precipitation: 5mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 1mm Sep Precipitation: 15mm Oct Precipitation: 23mm Nov Precipitation: 41mm Dec Precipitation: 28mm
Precipitation

Arzew is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 297mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 25mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 53mm of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0mm. That's 53mm less than January, 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.

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: 16km/h Feb Wind Speed: 18km/h Mar Wind Speed: 19km/h Apr Wind Speed: 18km/h May Wind Speed: 17km/h Jun Wind Speed: 18km/h Jul Wind Speed: 16km/h Aug Wind Speed: 17km/h Sep Wind Speed: 16km/h Oct Wind Speed: 15km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed

Arzew is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/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 Arzew, which began on March 20, 2026. Arzew 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 August at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 10°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 12 to 24°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 100mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 31°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 6mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 80mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 10 to 18°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 110mm over the season and a monthly average of 37mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 13°
Feb 14°
Mar 16°
Apr 17°
May 21°
Jun 24°
Jul 27°
Aug 28°
Sep 25°
Oct 22°
Nov 18°
Dec 15°

The best time to visit Arzew is during March, April, May, June, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 28mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 31°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 10°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 Arzew 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. 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
10 °C
16 °C
16 km/h
53 mm
0 cm
Feb
11 °C
17 °C
18 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
12 °C
19 °C
19 km/h
50 mm
0 cm
Apr
14 °C
21 °C
18 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
24 °C
17 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Jun
21 °C
27 °C
18 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
31 °C
16 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
31 °C
17 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Sep
22 °C
28 °C
16 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
25 °C
15 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
21 °C
16 km/h
41 mm
0 cm
Dec
12 °C
18 °C
15 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
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