January weather forecastAlgiers, Algeria

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January

Weather in January

Compared to February, January in Algiers, Algeria is slightly cooler and wetter. With high levels of humidity at 82%, a sweeter feel of winter breeze scents the city's Mediterranean air. The month's average high and low temperatures range from 16.7°C (62.1°F) to 5.8°C (42.4°F). Discover Algiers as it reveals a different hue in this chillier season. January's short daylight hours also offer a beautiful contrast to Algiers' normally sunny climate.

Temperature

In Algiers, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 16.7°C (62.1°F) and a low of 5.8°C (42.4°F).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout January, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is accumulated. In Algiers, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90 days and collects up to 518mm (20.39") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Algiers, the average seawater temperature in January is 15.3°C (59.5°F).
Note: In water with a temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F), most individuals do not find swimming enjoyable. As the temperature falls from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes more difficult.

Daylight

In Algiers, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 18:11 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Algiers is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Algiers records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 16.7°C (62.1°F) and a low of 5.8°C (42.4°F).

The average high-temperature, in January, in Algiers, is 16.7°C (62.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 5.8°C (42.4°F).

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

In Algiers, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

In January, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout January, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Algiers, in January, the average water temperature is 15.3°C (59.5°F). For most, swimming in 15.3°C (59.5°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

The average day length in January is 9h and 59min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 18:11 CET.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Algiers are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

In Algiers, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Average temperature in January
Algiers, Algeria

Average high temperature in January: 16.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°C).

Average low temperature in January: 5.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.8°C).

Average humidity in January
Algiers, Algeria

Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Algiers, Algeria

Average rainfall in January: 63.3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (85.7mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Algiers, Algeria

Average rainfall days in January: 11 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, March and December (11 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (2 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Algiers, Algeria

Average sea temperature in January: 15.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (14.8°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Algiers, Algeria

Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

Average sunshine in January: 4h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).