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Cherchell, Algeria
Tipaza · Algeria
Cherchell is a mid-size city in Tipaza, Algeria with a population of 34,372. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Cherchell
Cherchell is a town on Algeria's Mediterranean coast, 89 kilometers (55 mi) west of Algiers. It is the seat of Cherchell District in Tipaza Province. Under the names Iol and Caesarea, it was formerly a Roman colony and the capital of the kingdoms of Numidia and Mauretania.
People
Climate
| Population | 34,372 |
| Population Density | 517 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.6050°, 2.1908° |
| Timezone | Africa/Algiers |
| Country | 🇩🇿 Algeria |
| State / Province | Tipaza |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.2 inches (665 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cherchell
Cherchell is a mid-size city in Algeria (Tipaza) with a population of 34,372. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Algiers.
Climate in Cherchell
Cherchell 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above Algeria avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Area | 66.5 sq mi (172.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 517/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6050°N, 2.1908°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Algiers |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 75 km |
| 2003 | N. ALGERIA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 2,287 | 135 km |
| 1980 | EL ASNAM | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.7 m | 5,000 | 86 km |
| 1954 | SEA OF ALBORAN | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.3 m | 1,243 | 65 km |
| 2003 | ALGIERS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 9 | 129 km |
| 1891 | SEA OF ALBORAN | Earthquake | — | 36 | 37 km |
| 1802 | HARBOUR OF ALGIERS | Earthquake | — | — | 64 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
Cherchell has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 51°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Cherchell
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| C.F.P.A | College | — | — |
| Ecole de formation technique de la pêche et d'aquaculture | College | — | — |
| École militaire de Cherchell | College | — | — |
Schools in Cherchell
26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEM Ali Bendifallah | — | — | — | — |
| Primaire Arhab Abd el kader | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole primaire Semiani Mohamed | — | — | — | — |
| C.E.M Nouveau | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire Qaffal Abdelkader | — | — | — | — |
| Centre de Formation Professionelle | — | — | — | — |
| C.E.M Yamina Oudai | — | — | — | — |
| Internat CEM Bendifallah | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Technicum | — | — | — | — |
| ecole primaire Ahmed melhani مدرسة ابتدائية أحمد ملحاني | — | — | — | — |
| École des filles Fatma HAMOUNE | — | — | — | — |
| C.E.M Zibbouche Mohamed | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire Tizirine | — | — | — | — |
| CET Yamina Oudai | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole primaire | — | — | — | — |
| CEM Tamimounte Mohamed | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée M'hamed Abdi | — | — | — | — |
| CEM Malek Ben Nabi | — | — | — | — |
| CEM habouch Brahim | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Mohamed Seghir Balarbey | — | — | — | — |
| Primaire M'hamed El abbaci | — | — | — | — |
| CEM Colonel Abbas | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Ziania | — | — | — | — |
| CEM Ibn Badiss | — | — | — | — |
| collège Malek Ben Nabi | — | — | — | — |
| Ahmed habouch | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cherchell
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Cherchell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boutrif | ||||
| Musée Archéologique de Cherchell | ||||
| Musée Césarée |
Libraries in Cherchell
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| La Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cherchell
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché Couvert Cherchell | |||||
| Marché Couvert Cherchell | |||||
| Marché Couvert de Hadjout | |||||
| Marché public de Hadjout |
Hotels in Cherchell
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cherchell
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cherchell
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Cherchell
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cherchell
8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Cherchell
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cherchell
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cherchell
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cherchell
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Cherchell
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cherchell
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cherchell
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Blida Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Boufarik Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Chéraga Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cherchell
7 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bureau de Poste | |
| Bureau de poste | |
| Bureau de poste de Bordj El Ghoula | |
| Bureau de poste de Cherchell | |
| Bureau de Poste de El Hamdania | |
| Bureau de poste de Sidi Ghiles | |
| مكتب البريد حي 17 أكتوبر |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cherchell
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| El Nour | |
| Masjid El Atik | |
| Mosquée | |
| Mosquee Billal Benou Rabah | |
| Mosquée de El Hamidia | |
| Mosquée Elhouda | |
| Mosquée Ennour | |
| Mosquée Errahmane | |
| Mosquee Houdhaifa Ibn El Yaman |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Cherchell?
Cherchell has a population of 34,372 residents and is located in Algeria. The population density is 517 people per square mile, spread across 66.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cherchell?
Cherchell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.2 inches.