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Aïn Lechiakh, Algeria

Aïn Defla · Algeria

Aïn Lechiakh is a small city in Aïn Defla, Algeria with a population of 13,745. Elevation: 1,542 ft (470 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

13,745 Population 254/sq mi density
1,542 ft Elevation 470 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
23.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Algiers Timezone

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People

Population13,745
Density254/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain23.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,542 ft (470 m)
Population13,745
Population Density254 / sq mi
Elevation1,542 ft (470 m)
Coordinates36.1585°, 2.4051°
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers
Country🇩🇿 Algeria
State / ProvinceAïn Defla
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation23.7 inches (603 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Aïn Lechiakh

Aïn Lechiakh is a small city in Algeria (Aïn Defla) with a population of 13,745. The city sits at an elevation of 1,542 feet (470 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Algiers.

Climate in Aïn Lechiakh

Aïn Lechiakh has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jul (28.5°C), the coldest is Jan (9.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 722 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 9.4°C / 49°F 5.9° / 12.8° 112.8
Feb 10.1°C / 50°F 6.3° / 13.9° 99.3
Mar 12.8°C / 55°F 8.5° / 17° 95.3
Apr 15.4°C / 60°F 10.6° / 20.1° 69.3
May 19.4°C / 67°F 14.2° / 24.7° 44.8
Jun 24.6°C / 76°F 18.7° / 30.6° 11.2
Jul 28.5°C / 83°F 22.2° / 34.8° 2.9
Aug 28.2°C / 83°F 22° / 34.5° 8.4
Sep 23.8°C / 75°F 18.2° / 29.4° 26.4
Oct 19.8°C / 68°F 14.9° / 24.7° 49.6
Nov 13.3°C / 56°F 9.7° / 16.9° 96.6
Dec 10.1°C / 50°F 6.9° / 13.3° 105.8
Aïn Lechiakh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 23.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,542 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above Algeria avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,542 ft (470 m)
Area54.1 sq mi (140.0 km²)
Population Density254/sq mi
Coordinates36.1585°N, 2.4051°W
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.7"
38% below Algeria avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.50"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

426 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.8 on Mar 18, 2025.

May 21, 2003 25 km WNW of Dellys, Algeria M6.8 142 km
May 27, 2003 northern Algeria M5.8 136 km
Sep 4, 1996 20 km NNW of ’Aïn Benian, Algeria M5.5 101 km
Aug 1, 2014 11 km NW of Aïn Taya, Algeria M5.5 104 km
May 28, 2016 16 km SSW of Lakhdaria, Algeria M5.4 104 km
Feb 9, 1990 20 km N of Tipasa, Algeria M5.2 69 km
May 29, 2003 7 km ENE of Aïn Taya, Algeria M5.2 113 km
May 21, 2003 22 km WNW of Dellys, Algeria M5.1 147 km
May 16, 2010 20 km W of Melouza, Algeria M5.1 141 km
May 28, 2003 9 km N of Aïn Taya, Algeria M5.0 111 km
May 21, 2003 17 km N of Boumerdas, Algeria M4.9 130 km
Mar 18, 2025 19 km SW of Lakhdaria, Algeria M4.8 98 km
May 31, 2016 northern Algeria M4.8 105 km
Jan 1, 2003 0 km S of Berrouaghia, Algeria M4.8 46 km
Apr 10, 2016 17 km WNW of Aïn Bessem, Algeria M4.8 102 km
Jul 17, 2013 0 km SSE of Bougara, Algeria M4.8 74 km
Jan 17, 2009 10 km NNW of El Abadia, Algeria M4.8 73 km
Apr 12, 1990 20 km NNE of Tipasa, Algeria M4.7 68 km
May 16, 2016 18 km WNW of Aïn Bessem, Algeria M4.7 98 km
Feb 10, 2016 1 km SSE of Bougara, Algeria M4.7 74 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1365 ALGIERS Earthquake 5.0 m 89 km
2003 N. ALGERIA Earthquake 3.0 m 2,287 142 km
1980 EL ASNAM Eruption + Earthquake 0.7 m 5,000 93 km
1954 SEA OF ALBORAN Eruption + Earthquake 0.3 m 1,243 74 km
2003 ALGIERS Earthquake 0.1 m 9 136 km
1891 SEA OF ALBORAN Earthquake 36 66 km
1802 HARBOUR OF ALGIERS Earthquake 58 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in
March 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
April 56°F (13°C) 1.9 in
May 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in
July 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
November 54°F (12°C) 3.1 in
December 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in Wettest

Aïn Lechiakh has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 46°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 23.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Aïn Lechiakh

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ecole primaire Ahmed Belouanas
CEM Abdellah Ben Messaoud
Lycée Mohamed Bouadiaf
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Museums in Aïn Lechiakh

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
L'Armurerie de l'Emir Abdelkader
Musée Emir Abdelkader

Libraries in Aïn Lechiakh

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
مكتبة0.0

Farmers Markets in Aïn Lechiakh

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Grand marché de Souffay

Bus Stations in Aïn Lechiakh

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Station de Bus

Gas Stations in Aïn Lechiakh

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DZ #5111012832

Stadiums & Teams in Aïn Lechiakh

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Aïn Lechiakh

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Blida AirportMedium Airport
Boufarik Air BaseMedium Airport
Ain Oussera AirportSmall Airport
Chéraga AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Algiers

🇩🇿 About Algeria

Capital Algiers
Population 42,228,429
Area 2,381,740 km²
GDP (USD) $247,923,887,215
GDP per capita $5,370
HDI 0.745
Life expectancy 76.3 years
Internet users 76.9%
Urban population 74.7%
Currency DZD (Dinar)
Languages Arabic
Calling code +213
TLD .dz
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aïn Lechiakh

What is the population of Aïn Lechiakh?

Aïn Lechiakh has a population of 13,745 residents and is located in Algeria. The population density is 254 people per square mile, spread across 54.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Aïn Lechiakh?

Aïn Lechiakh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.7 inches.

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