Geography of Algeria
Geography of Algeria: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Algeria
Playa de Ses Illetes is 163 mi to the north-west, Ibiza is 174 mi to the north-west, Mallorca is 203 mi to the north and Barcelona El Prat Airport is 318 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 36°45′13.7″N 3°3′31.7″E (36.7538, 3.0588)
Quick facts about Algeria
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 36°45′13.7″N 3°3′31.7″E (36.7538, 3.0588) |
| Capital | Algiers |
| Population | 45.000.000 |
| Area | 919.595 sq mi |
| ISO code | DZ |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | DZA |
| Currency | Algerian dinar (DZD) |
| Languages | Arabic, Berber, French |
| Calling code | +213 |
| Time zone | Africa/Algiers |
| Local time | 6:15 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Summary
Algeria is a country in Africa. Algeria is a country in Africa with its capital at Algiers. It has a population of about 45 million. The capital is Algiers.
Right now it is 90°F (32°C) in Algeria with overcast. It feels like 93°F. Today runs from 77°F to 92°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Algeria is June, July, August and September. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while December is the coldest with lows near 48°F.
Nearby highlights include Playa de Ses Illetes, Ibiza and Mallorca.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 92°F is 11.3°F above the 80°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in Algeria today at 9.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Algeria month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63° | 48° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 64° | 49° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 67° | 51° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 72° | 55° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 76° | 59° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 85° | 68° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 91° | 73° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 92° | 74° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 85° | 69° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 80° | 63° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 71° | 55° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 63° | 48° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Algeria?
Algeria is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are 36.7538, 3.0588. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Algeria right now?
It is currently 90°F (32°C) with overcast. Humidity is 42% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Algeria?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Algeria, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Algeria in?
Algeria observes Africa/Algiers (UTC+01:00). The local time is 6:15 PM.
How many people live in Algeria?
Algeria has a population of approximately 45 million.
What are the top things to do in Algeria?
Popular options include Playa de Ses Illetes, Ibiza and Mallorca.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 4, 2026 at 6:15 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
