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Barbacha, Algeria

Béjaïa · Algeria

Barbacha is a mid-size city in Béjaïa, Algeria with a population of 31,983. Elevation: 1,873 ft (571 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

31,983 Population 916/sq mi density
1,873 ft Elevation 571 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
27.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Algiers Timezone

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About Barbacha

Barbacha

Barbacha is a commune in northern Algeria in the Béjaïa Province in the Kabylia region. The population is mainly composed of indigenous Amazigh people from the Kabyle Region.

People

Population31,983
Density916/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation1,873 ft (571 m)
Population31,983
Population Density916 / sq mi
Elevation1,873 ft (571 m)
Coordinates36.5667°, 4.9667°
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers
Country🇩🇿 Algeria
State / ProvinceBéjaïa
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation27.6 inches (702 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Barbacha

Barbacha is a mid-size city in Algeria (Béjaïa) with a population of 31,983. The city sits at an elevation of 1,873 feet (571 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Algiers.

Climate in Barbacha

Barbacha has an average annual temperature of 18.5°C (65°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.2°C), the coldest is Feb (12°C). Average annual precipitation is 762 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 12.2°C / 54°F 7.6° / 16.8° 115.3
Feb 12°C / 54°F 7.4° / 16.7° 96.7
Mar 14.2°C / 58°F 9.3° / 19.2° 77.1
Apr 16.2°C / 61°F 11.4° / 20.9° 60.5
May 18.8°C / 66°F 14.4° / 23.3° 43.0
Jun 22.4°C / 72°F 17.9° / 27° 13.5
Jul 25.2°C / 77°F 20.8° / 29.6° 6.0
Aug 26.2°C / 79°F 21.5° / 30.8° 12.3
Sep 23.8°C / 75°F 19.2° / 28.3° 55.4
Oct 21.1°C / 70°F 16.2° / 26° 73.4
Nov 16.3°C / 61°F 11.5° / 21.1° 97.1
Dec 13.4°C / 56°F 8.9° / 17.9° 111.6
Barbacha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 286 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 27.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,873 feet.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above Algeria avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,873 ft (571 m)
Area34.9 sq mi (90.4 km²)
Population Density916/sq mi
Coordinates36.5667°N, 4.9667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.6"
27% below Algeria avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.61"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

557 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 M6.8 127 km
Mar 18, 2021 21 km NNE of Bejaïa, Algeria M6.0 45 km
May 27, 2003 northern Algeria M5.8 131 km
Nov 10, 2000 5 km S of el hed, Algeria M5.7 18 km
May 21, 2003 10 km WNW of Dellys, Algeria M5.7 112 km
May 28, 2016 16 km SSW of Lakhdaria, Algeria M5.4 131 km
May 14, 2010 10 km SW of Melouza, Algeria M5.3 106 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WSW of Melouza, Algeria M5.2 100 km
Mar 19, 2022 13 km NE of Bejaïa, Algeria M5.2 37 km
Aug 18, 2000 13 km SE of Bordj Zemoura, Algeria M5.2 41 km
Mar 20, 2006 23 km NW of BABOR - VILLE, Algeria M5.2 33 km
May 22, 2003 12 km N of Dellys, Algeria M5.2 106 km
May 29, 2003 7 km ENE of Aïn Taya, Algeria M5.2 146 km
May 16, 2010 20 km W of Melouza, Algeria M5.1 110 km
May 22, 2003 30 km NW of Dellys, Algeria M5.1 132 km
May 21, 2003 22 km WNW of Dellys, Algeria M5.1 125 km
Nov 28, 2012 28 km NE of Bejaïa, Algeria M5.0 52 km
May 19, 2013 16 km ESE of Bejaïa, Algeria M5.0 30 km
May 26, 2013 8 km ESE of Bejaïa, Algeria M5.0 27 km
Mar 18, 2021 26 km NE of Bejaïa, Algeria M5.0 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

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

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1856 SEA OF ALBORAN Earthquake 5.0 m 8 88 km
1856 SEA OF ALBORAN Earthquake 3.8 m 5 88 km
2003 N. ALGERIA Earthquake 3.0 m 2,287 127 km
2003 ALGIERS Earthquake 0.1 m 9 131 km
2021 N. ALGERIA Earthquake 0.1 m 44 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 4.6 in Coldest, Wettest
February 49°F (10°C) 3.1 in
March 53°F (11°C) 3.2 in
April 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
May 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
July 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in
October 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in
November 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
December 49°F (10°C) 3.9 in

Barbacha has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 48°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Barbacha

Institution Type Founded Website
Centre de formation professionelle College
CFPA Frères Issaadi College
CFPA Mohamed Boudiaf College
CFPA Samahi Smail College

Schools in Barbacha

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Aɣerbaz alemas Xebat Muḥand Saɛid
Aɣerbaz Amenzu Taɛzibt Muḥend Lekḥel
Tesnawit Atmaten Yusfi
Lycée
Ecole Ahmed Bouchiba
Ecole Mhenni Mohand
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Radio Stations near Barbacha

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Barbacha

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bordj Moussa
La mairie
Musée de l'Eau
Musée du Parc National de Gouraya

Libraries in Barbacha

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Centrale0.0
Bibliothèque Commandant Hamaï Mohand Oukaci0.0
Bibliothéque Communal0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Béjaïa0.0
Bibliothèque SNV0.0
Bibliothèque ST0.0
Central library0.0
librerie djarmouni said0.0

Farmers Markets in Barbacha

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Maché Hebdomadaire
Marché Couvert
Marché couvert la Cofel
Marché d'Amizour
Marché El Had
marché hebdomadaire
Marché hebdomadaire
Opus Market

Cafes in Barbacha

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Athmani

Clinics in Barbacha

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique de Barbacha
Health center

Bus Stations in Barbacha

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DZ #4728559289

Gas Stations in Barbacha

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DZ #815037168
Station
Station essence

Stadiums & Teams in Barbacha

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Barbacha

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Soummam–Abane Ramdane AirportBJALarge Airport
Ain Arnat AirportQSFMedium Airport

Post Offices in Barbacha

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
مكتب البريد آيت سيدي علي

Churches & Religious Organizations in Barbacha

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lǧameɛ Ifuɣalen
Lǧameɛ n Buɣiden
Lǧameɛ n Taddart
Lǧameɛ n Taddart
Lǧameɛ n Tigelmimin
Ljamaɛ n tzalith
Mosquée Taddert Tamokrant

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Barbacha

What is the population of Barbacha?

Barbacha has a population of 31,983 residents and is located in Algeria. The population density is 916 people per square mile, spread across 34.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Barbacha?

Barbacha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches.

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