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Annaba weather & best time to visit

City break

Annaba at a glance

Best time
Mar – Jun, Oct
Warmest month
Aug · 32°
Warmest sea
Aug · 26.5°
Sunshine a year
2,690 h
Rain a year
669 mm
Climate
Mediterranean
Time zone
UTC+1
Elevation
5 m

Climate in Annaba

Annaba has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 2,690 hours of sunshine a year, Annaba is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.1 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Annaba

The best time to visit Annaba is from March to June and in October. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from February to May and in October. Rain is frequent from November to January; the wettest month is November with 104 mm.

Annaba through the seasons

How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.

Annaba in spring

Mar – May

86

Excellent

  • 19–25 °C by day
  • Sea 17 °C
  • 7.7 h of sun a day
  • 26 rainy days in all

Annaba in summer

Jun – Aug

78

Good

  • 28–32 °C by day
  • Sea 25 °C
  • 10.5 h of sun a day
  • 5 rainy days in all

Annaba in autumn

Sep – Nov

74

Good

  • 22–29 °C by day
  • Sea 23 °C
  • 6.2 h of sun a day
  • 28 rainy days in all

Annaba in winter

Dec – Feb

65

Good

  • 17–18 °C by day
  • Sea 16 °C
  • 5.1 h of sun a day
  • 36 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

Jun – Oct

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

Feb – May, Oct

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Rainy months

Nov – Jan

Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Annaba for you.

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: April – May

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

81

Holiday weather in October

Excellent

Best time to visit: March – June, October

Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 19°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 26°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 26°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 21°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 19°

06:3517:54

Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.

Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.

Light for photos in October

Golden hour
Morning 06:19–07:10 · evening 17:19–18:10
Blue hour
Morning 06:09–06:19 · evening 18:10–18:20

Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.

October in Annaba compared with home

Home:

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs fall from about 28° at the start of the month to 24° at the end. The sea cools from 24° to 22°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high28°24°
Night-time low17°13°
Sea24°22°
Daylight11.9 h10.8 h

What is the weather like in Annaba in October?

In October, Annaba is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 57 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Annaba.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 19 min06:35 – 17:54
UV index
5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
2 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
46 %on averageAll months
Hot days
6 days30 °C or moreAll months
Time zone
UTC+1offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %53 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 30 %69 %

Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.

What to pack in October

  • Swimwear
  • Sunscreen
  • Light, breathable clothes
  • A jumper for the evenings
  • Rain jacket or umbrella

Compare two months in Annaba

Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.

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May has the better holiday weather in Annaba: score 92 against 81. In May, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 5 °C cooler in May. May has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in May.

October vs May, Annaba
MonthOctoberMay
Holiday weather score8192better
Daytime high26°25°
Night-time low16°13°
Sea23.2°18.7°
Sunshine6.2 h8.4 hbetter
Rainy days87better
Rainfall57 mm46 mmbetter
Muggy days20better

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Annaba month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

61January17° · Sea 16° · 4.9 h

In January, Annaba is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 95 mm in total. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Annaba.

Annaba in January
68February17° · Sea 15° · 5.8 h

In February, Annaba is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 15.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 80 mm in total. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Annaba.

Annaba in February
80March19° · Sea 15° · 6.8 h

In March, Annaba is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 68 mm in total. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Annaba.

Annaba in March
86April21° · Sea 16° · 7.8 h

In April, Annaba is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 61 mm. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Annaba.

Annaba in April
92May25° · Sea 19° · 8.4 h

In May, Annaba is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 46 mm. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Annaba.

Annaba in May
92June28° · Sea 22° · 10.5 h

In June, Annaba is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 11 mm in total. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Annaba.

Annaba in June
74July31° · Sea 25° · 11.1 h

In July, Annaba is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Annaba.

Annaba in July
69August32° · Sea 27° · 9.8 h

In August, Annaba is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Annaba.

Annaba in August
74September29° · Sea 25° · 7.3 h

In September, Annaba is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 40 mm. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Annaba.

Annaba in September
81October26° · Sea 23° · 6.2 h

In October, Annaba is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 57 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Annaba.

Annaba in October
67November22° · Sea 20° · 5.0 h

In November, Annaba is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 20.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 104 mm in total. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Annaba.

Annaba in November
67December18° · Sea 17° · 4.6 h

In December, Annaba is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 17.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 96 mm in total. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Annaba.

Annaba in December

Climate in detail

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Annaba

How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.

  • Cold 0–8°
  • Cool 8–15°
  • Pleasant 15–20°
  • Warm 20–24°
  • muggy month (15+ muggy days)

PleasantOctober: nights around 16°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 2 days (dew point 18 °C or more).

The coolest nights are in February (7°), the warmest in August (21°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in June and from September to October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from January to February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 47 days a year, mostly in August.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 26°Night 16°Sea 23°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan6117°7°15.7°4.9 h1395
FebruaryFeb6817°7°15.0°5.8 h1180
MarchMar8019°9°15.2°6.8 h1068
AprilApr8621°10°16.4°7.8 h961
MayMay9225°13°18.7°8.4 h746
JuneJun9228°17°22.2°10.5 h211
JulyJul7431°20°25.3°11.1 h01
AugustAug6932°21°26.5°9.8 h210
SeptemberSep7429°19°25.4°7.3 h740
OctoberOct8126°16°23.2°6.2 h857
NovemberNov6722°11°20.3°5.0 h13104
DecemberDec6718°8°17.4°4.6 h1296

Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences

36.90° N, 7.77° E · 5 m · Africa/Algiers

Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Annaba

Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.

Sea in October23.2°Cpleasant

8 in 10 years: 22.3 – 24.1 °C

Swimming season: Jun – Nov

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 23.2°8 in 10 years 22.3° – 24.1°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Annaba ranges from 15.0 °C in February to 26.5 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.

The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 25.5 and 27.7 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan15.7°15.1°16.5°cold
FebruaryFeb15.0°14.3°15.8°cold
MarchMar15.2°14.6°15.8°cold
AprilApr16.4°15.9°17.1°cold
MayMay18.7°18.0°19.3°fresh
JuneJun22.2°21.2°23.6°refreshing
JulyJul25.3°24.2°26.7°pleasant
AugustAug26.5°25.5°27.7°warm
SeptemberSep25.4°24.5°26.2°pleasant
OctoberOct23.2°22.3°24.1°pleasant
NovemberNov20.3°19.5°21.3°refreshing
DecemberDec17.4°16.8°18.3°fresh
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Annaba

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
2,690 hours
Sunniest month
Jul · 11.1 h a day
Least sunshine
Dec · 4.6 h a day
OctoberSunshine 6.2 hDaylight 11.3 hShare of daylight 55 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 6.2 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Annaba, 55 % of the daylight hours.

Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.

Rain

Rain in Annaba: rainy days and rainfall

A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
669 mm on 94 days
Wettest month
Nov · 104 mm
Driest month
Jul · 1 mm
OctoberRainy days 8Rainfall 57 mm

In October, Annaba has about 8 rainy days with 57 mm of rain in total.

Sun protection

UV index in Annaba

How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.

Clear-sky UV in October
5 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.

The sun is strongest in June (UV 10).

Minutes until sunburn in October

Very fair skin
about 30 min
Fair skin
about 35 min
Light brown skin
about 50 min
Olive skin
about 65 min

Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.

Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.

Wind & clouds

Wind and clouds in Annaba

How breezy and how cloudy Annaba is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.

Wind

Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.

Year average
17 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Feb · 19 km/h
Calmest month
Oct · 16 km/h
OctoberWind 16 km/hBeaufort 3
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Annaba typically peaks at 16 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.

Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting

The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.

Clouds

Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.

Year average
42 % · mostly sunny
Clearest month
Jul · 14 %
Cloudiest month
Dec · 55 %
OctoberCloud cover 46 %Sunshine 6.2 h

In October, cloud covers on average 46 % of the sky over Annaba: variable cloud, with about 6.2 hours of sunshine a day.

Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.

Heat & humidity

Heat and humidity in Annaba

How often the day gets hot in Annaba (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.

Hot days a year
70 days
Hottest month
Aug · 32 °C
Hot months
Jul – Aug

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 6Daytime high 26 °C

In October, Annaba has about 6 hot days, with an average daytime high of 26 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.

Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year

Planning a trip to Annaba

Weather for your travel dates

Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.

Annaba in the school holidays

How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.

Annaba has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 92) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 64).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    84

    Excellent

    • 21 °C by day
    • Sea 16 °C
    • 7.5 h of sun a day
    • 9 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    92

    ExcellentBest holidays

    • 25 °C by day
    • Sea 19 °C
    • 8.8 h of sun a day
    • 6 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    71

    Good

    • 32 °C by day
    • Sea 26 °C
    • 10.3 h of sun a day
    • 1 rainy day a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

  • October half-term

    Oct

    81

    Excellent

    • 26 °C by day
    • Sea 23 °C
    • 6.2 h of sun a day
    • 8 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    64

    Good

    • 17 °C by day
    • Sea 17 °C
    • 4.8 h of sun a day
    • 12 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Getting there

Flying from

Nonstop flight
about 2 h 35 min
Distance
1,750 km
Time zone
UTC+1
Jet lag
Hardly any (under 3 h)

Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.

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Annaba vs Tabarka

In October the holiday weather in Annaba and Tabarka is about equally good (score 81 vs 77). During the day it is about as warm in Tabarka as in Annaba. The sea is about equally warm.

Annaba vs Tabarka, in October
in OctoberAnnabaTabarka
Holiday weather score8177
Daytime high26°26°
Sea23°23°
Sunshine6 h6 h
Rainy days810
Best timeMar – Jun, OctJun – Sep

Through the year

OctoberAnnaba 26°Tabarka 26°
AnnabaTabarka
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Ranking

Algeria in October: the best places

In October, Annaba ranks 6 of 10 destinations in this country.

  1. Oran26°22°92
  2. 2Tlemcen25°88
  3. 3Timgad23°87
  4. 4Algiers26°22°87
  5. 5Biskra29°83
  6. 6AnnabaThis page26°23°81
  7. 7Béjaïa25°23°81
  8. 8Constantine25°79
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Frequently asked questions about Annaba

When is the best time to visit Annaba?

The best time to visit Annaba is from March to June and in October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.

How warm is the sea in Annaba?

The sea temperature in Annaba ranges from 15.0 °C in February to 26.5 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.

Can you swim in Annaba in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming.

What is the warmest month in Annaba?

August is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 17 °C.

When does it rain most in Annaba?

Rain is frequent from November to January; the wettest month is November with 104 mm. The driest month is July with 1 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Annaba get?

Annaba gets around 2,690 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.1 hours a day; in December there are 4.6 hours a day.

What time zone is Annaba in?

Annaba is on UTC+1 all year.

How long is the flight from London to Annaba?

A nonstop flight from London to Annaba takes about 2 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,750 km.

Which school holidays are best for Annaba?

Annaba has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 92) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 64). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 84, May half-term 92, summer holidays 71, October half-term 81, Christmas holidays 64.