Climate Insights for Bougaa

Daïra de Bougaa, Wilaya de Sétif, Algeria

Hottest
July
34°C peak
Coldest
January
2°C low
Wettest
March
57mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bougaa is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 460mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 57mm of rainfall. Bougaa 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 2°C. Light snow can occur between January and March.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 11° Average: 6° Min: 2° Feb Max: 13° Average: 8° Min: 3° Mar Max: 16° Average: 10° Min: 5° Apr Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 8° May Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 11° Jun Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 16° Jul Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 20° Aug Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 19° Sep Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 16° Oct Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 11° Nov Max: 16° Average: 11° Min: 7° Dec Max: 13° Average: 8° Min: 4°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Bougaa vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 6°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°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: 45mm Snow: 8mm Feb Precipitation: 45mm Snow: 5mm Mar Precipitation: 57mm Snow: 2mm Apr Precipitation: 55mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 55mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 26mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 7mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 18mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 37mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 36mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 45mm Snow: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 35mm Snow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow

Bougaa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 460mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 57mm of rainfall. May and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 7mm. That's 51mm less than March, 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 March, totalling around 15cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 8cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 13km/h Feb Wind Speed: 14km/h Mar Wind Speed: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 13km/h May Wind Speed: 13km/h Jun Wind Speed: 14km/h Jul Wind Speed: 13km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 12km/h Nov Wind Speed: 13km/h Dec Wind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed

Bougaa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/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 Bougaa, which began on March 20, 2026. Bougaa 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 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 2°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 5 to 24°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 167mm for the season, averaging 56mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 34°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 51mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 7 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 117mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 2 to 13°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 125mm over the season and a monthly average of 42mm. Expect around 13cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/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 10°
Apr 14°
May 17°
Jun 23°
Jul 27°
Aug 26°
Sep 22°
Oct 17°
Nov 11°
Dec

The best time to visit Bougaa is during May, June, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 38mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 34°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 2°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bougaa 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
2 °C
11 °C
13 km/h
45 mm
8 cm
Feb
3 °C
13 °C
14 km/h
45 mm
5 cm
Mar Current
5 °C
16 °C
14 km/h
57 mm
2 cm
Apr
8 °C
19 °C
13 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
May
11 °C
24 °C
13 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
Jun
16 °C
30 °C
14 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Jul
20 °C
34 °C
13 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
33 °C
13 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Sep
16 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
37 mm
0 cm
Oct
11 °C
23 °C
12 km/h
36 mm
0 cm
Nov
7 °C
16 °C
13 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Dec
4 °C
13 °C
12 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
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