AI-generatedBéjaïa at a glance
- Best time
- May – Jun
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,710 h
- Rain a year
- 683 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Elevation
- 86 m
Climate in Béjaïa
Béjaïa has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 16 °C. With around 2,710 hours of sunshine a year, Béjaïa is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Béjaïa
The best time to visit Béjaïa is from May to June. 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 September to June. The wettest month is November with 86 mm of precipitation.
Béjaïa through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Béjaïa in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 18–23 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days in all
Béjaïa in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 27–30 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days in all
Béjaïa in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 20–28 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days in all
Béjaïa in winter
Dec – Feb
Good
- 16–17 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 32 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Sep – Jun
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: May – June, October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: May – June
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 18°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
06:4618:05
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 06:30–07:21 · evening 17:30–18:21
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:20–06:30 · evening 18:21–18:31
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 Béjaïa compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 26° at the start of the month to 22° at the end. The sea cools from 24° to 21°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 14° |
| Sea | 24° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Béjaïa in October?
In October, Béjaïa is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 63 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Béjaïa.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 19 min06:46 – 18:05
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 4 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 14 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 48 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 2 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+1offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %65 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Béjaïa
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
June has the better holiday weather in Béjaïa: score 100 against 81. In June, days are 2 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in June. June has 6 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in June.
| Month | October | June |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 81 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 25° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 18° |
| Sea | 22.9° | 21.9° |
| Sunshine | 6.5 h | 10.0 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 9 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 63 mm | 18 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 4better | 13 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Béjaïa month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
61January16° · Sea 16° · 5.5 h
In January, Béjaïa is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 86 mm in total. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Béjaïa.
Béjaïa in January65February16° · Sea 15° · 6.1 h
In February, Béjaïa is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 73 mm in total. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Béjaïa.
Béjaïa in February79March18° · Sea 15° · 7.1 h
In March, Béjaïa is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 71 mm in total. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Béjaïa.
Béjaïa in March84April20° · Sea 17° · 7.8 h
In April, Béjaïa is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 72 mm in total. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Béjaïa.
Béjaïa in April89May23° · Sea 19° · 8.2 h
In May, Béjaïa is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 60 mm. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Béjaïa.
Béjaïa in May100June27° · Sea 22° · 10.0 h
In June, Béjaïa is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 18 mm in total. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Béjaïa.
Béjaïa in June83July30° · Sea 25° · 10.7 h
In July, Béjaïa is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Béjaïa.
Béjaïa in July79August30° · Sea 26° · 9.5 h
In August, Béjaïa is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 14 mm in total. On about 16 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 Béjaïa.
Béjaïa in August82September28° · Sea 25° · 7.2 h
In September, Béjaïa is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 56 mm. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Béjaïa.
Béjaïa in September81October25° · Sea 23° · 6.5 h
In October, Béjaïa is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 63 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Béjaïa.
Béjaïa in October71November20° · Sea 20° · 5.3 h
In November, Béjaïa is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 19.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 86 mm in total. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Béjaïa.
Béjaïa in November67December17° · Sea 17° · 5.0 h
In December, Béjaïa is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 17.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 82 mm in total. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Béjaïa.
Béjaïa in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Béjaïa
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- 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 4 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (8°), 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. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 91 days a year, mostly from July to September.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 61 | 16° | 8° | 15.7° | 5.5 h | 12 | 86 |
| FebruaryFeb | 65 | 16° | 8° | 15.2° | 6.1 h | 11 | 73 |
| MarchMar | 79 | 18° | 10° | 15.4° | 7.1 h | 10 | 71 |
| AprilApr | 84 | 20° | 12° | 16.6° | 7.8 h | 10 | 72 |
| MayMay | 89 | 23° | 14° | 18.7° | 8.2 h | 8 | 60 |
| JuneJun | 100 | 27° | 18° | 21.9° | 10.0 h | 3 | 18 |
| JulyJul | 83 | 30° | 21° | 24.8° | 10.7 h | 1 | 4 |
| AugustAug | 79 | 30° | 21° | 26.1° | 9.5 h | 3 | 14 |
| SeptemberSep | 82 | 28° | 19° | 25.1° | 7.2 h | 8 | 56 |
| OctoberOct | 81 | 25° | 16° | 22.9° | 6.5 h | 9 | 63 |
| NovemberNov | 71 | 20° | 12° | 19.8° | 5.3 h | 12 | 86 |
| DecemberDec | 67 | 17° | 9° | 17.0° | 5.0 h | 10 | 82 |
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
36.76° N, 5.08° E · 86 m · Africa/Algiers
Sea temperature in Béjaïa
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 22.0 – 23.9 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Béjaïa ranges from 15.2 °C in February to 26.1 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
From November to December the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 25.0 and 27.3 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.7° | 15.2° | 16.4° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 15.2° | 14.5° | 15.8° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.4° | 14.8° | 16.0° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.6° | 15.9° | 17.2° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.7° | 18.1° | 19.4° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 21.9° | 21.3° | 22.9° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 24.8° | 23.4° | 26.0° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.1° | 25.0° | 27.3° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 25.1° | 24.1° | 26.0° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.9° | 22.0° | 23.9° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.8° | 18.8° | 20.9° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 17.0° | 16.4° | 17.9° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Béjaïa
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.5 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Béjaïa, 58 % 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 in Béjaïa: 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.
In October, Béjaïa has about 9 rainy days with 63 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Béjaïa
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 60 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 and clouds in Béjaïa
How breezy and how cloudy Béjaïa 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.
In October, the wind in Béjaïa typically peaks at 14 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.
In October, cloud covers on average 48 % of the sky over Béjaïa: variable cloud, with about 6.5 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 and humidity in Béjaïa
How often the day gets hot in Béjaïa (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Béjaïa has about 2 hot days, with an average daytime high of 25 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
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 Béjaïa
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Béjaïa 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.
Béjaïa has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 91) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 64).
- 83
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 91
May half-term
May – Jun
ExcellentBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 80
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Excellent
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 9.9 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 81
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 64
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 30 min
- Distance
- 1,690 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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Béjaïa vs Constantine
In October the holiday weather in Béjaïa and Constantine is about equally good (score 81 vs 79). During the day it is about as warm in Constantine as in Béjaïa. Constantine gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Béjaïa | Constantine |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 81 | 79 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 25° |
| Sea | 23° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 |
| Best time | May – Jun | Mar – Jun, Oct – Nov |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Béjaïa
When is the best time to visit Béjaïa?
The best time to visit Béjaïa is from May to June. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Béjaïa?
The sea temperature in Béjaïa ranges from 15.2 °C in February to 26.1 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Béjaïa in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Béjaïa?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 16 °C.
When does it rain most in Béjaïa?
The wettest month is November with 86 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 4 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Béjaïa get?
Béjaïa gets around 2,710 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.7 hours a day; in December there are 5.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Béjaïa in?
Béjaïa is on UTC+1 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Béjaïa?
A nonstop flight from London to Béjaïa takes about 2 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,690 km.
Which school holidays are best for Béjaïa?
Béjaïa has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 91) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 64). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 83, May half-term 91, summer holidays 80, October half-term 81, Christmas holidays 64.