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Melouza, Algeria

M'Sila · Algeria

Melouza is a small city in M'Sila, Algeria with a population of 25,701. Elevation: 3,071 ft (936 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

25,701 Population 317/sq mi density
3,071 ft Elevation 936 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
15.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Algiers Timezone

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People

Population25,701
Density317/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation3,071 ft (936 m)
Population25,701
Population Density317 / sq mi
Elevation3,071 ft (936 m)
Coordinates35.9800°, 4.1867°
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers
Country🇩🇿 Algeria
State / ProvinceM'Sila
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation15.0 inches (382 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Melouza

Melouza is a small city in Algeria (M'Sila) with a population of 25,701. The city sits at an elevation of 3,071 feet (936 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Algiers.

Climate in Melouza

Melouza has an average annual temperature of 16.8°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (5.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 451 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.9°C / 43°F -2.6° / 19.2° 50.8
Feb 8.2°C / 47°F -1.7° / 21.1° 31.8
Mar 10.6°C / 51°F -0.5° / 24.4° 44.9
Apr 14°C / 57°F 2° / 29.2° 40.2
May 18.6°C / 65°F 5.3° / 33.9° 51.4
Jun 25°C / 77°F 10.8° / 40° 20.7
Jul 29.4°C / 85°F 15° / 42.1° 3.4
Aug 28.9°C / 84°F 15.7° / 42.3° 11.9
Sep 23.4°C / 74°F 10.9° / 36.9° 40.5
Oct 17.8°C / 64°F 7.8° / 31.1° 35.1
Nov 11.6°C / 53°F 1.9° / 25.1° 75.2
Dec 8.1°C / 47°F -0.8° / 20.1° 44.9
Melouza enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 309 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 15.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,071 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above Algeria avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,071 ft (936 m)
Area81.0 sq mi (209.7 km²)
Population Density317/sq mi
Coordinates35.9800°N, 4.1867°W
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.0"
60% below Algeria avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 1.93"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

579 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 M6.8 120 km
Mar 18, 2021 21 km NNE of Bejaïa, Algeria M6.0 139 km
May 27, 2003 northern Algeria M5.8 120 km
May 21, 2003 10 km WNW of Dellys, Algeria M5.7 115 km
Nov 10, 2000 5 km S of el hed, Algeria M5.7 87 km
Aug 1, 2014 11 km NW of Aïn Taya, Algeria M5.5 133 km
May 28, 2016 16 km SSW of Lakhdaria, Algeria M5.4 78 km
May 14, 2010 10 km SW of Melouza, Algeria M5.3 11 km
May 22, 2003 12 km N of Dellys, Algeria M5.2 119 km
Mar 20, 2006 23 km NW of BABOR - VILLE, Algeria M5.2 125 km
Mar 19, 2022 13 km NE of Bejaïa, Algeria M5.2 132 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WSW of Melouza, Algeria M5.2 5 km
May 29, 2003 7 km ENE of Aïn Taya, Algeria M5.2 119 km
Aug 18, 2000 13 km SE of Bordj Zemoura, Algeria M5.2 75 km
May 22, 2003 30 km NW of Dellys, Algeria M5.1 132 km
May 21, 2003 22 km WNW of Dellys, Algeria M5.1 122 km
Apr 2, 2006 29 km E of Dar Chioukh, Algeria M5.1 126 km
May 16, 2010 20 km W of Melouza, Algeria M5.1 20 km
Mar 26, 2020 21 km WNW of Draa Klalouche, Algeria M5.0 142 km
May 19, 2013 16 km ESE of Bejaïa, Algeria M5.0 125 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
1365 ALGIERS Earthquake 5.0 m 140 km
2003 N. ALGERIA Earthquake 3.0 m 2,287 120 km
2003 ALGIERS Earthquake 0.1 m 9 120 km
2021 N. ALGERIA Earthquake 0.1 m 138 km
1802 HARBOUR OF ALGIERS Earthquake 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 1.3 in
March 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
April 57°F (14°C) 1.3 in
May 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
July 83°F (28°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 82°F (28°C) 0.3 in
September 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
November 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in Wettest
December 45°F (7°C) 1.7 in

Melouza has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 43°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (1.9") and July the driest (0.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Melouza

Institution Type Founded Website
collège d'enseignement moyen College
Lycée College

Schools in Melouza

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
مدرسة الشهيد بوشاكر
مدرسة المركزية
مدرسة عين ثاقب
مدرسة التل
مدرسة ابتدائية
متوسطة كعب بن مالك
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Radio Stations near Melouza

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Melouza

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
المكتبة البلدية0.0

Clinics in Melouza

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

عيادة استعجالات

Dentists in Melouza

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

عيادة طب الاسنان
عيادة طب الاسنان

Bus Stations in Melouza

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gare routière

Gas Stations in Melouza

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Station-Service NAFTAL

Stadiums & Teams in Melouza

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Melouza

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bou Saada AirportBUJMedium Airport

Post Offices in Melouza

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste
بريد ومواصلات

Churches & Religious Organizations in Melouza

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
سعد ابن أبي وقاص
مسجد الشرفة
مسجد اولاد حمودة

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Algiers
Elevation
936 m (3,071 ft)

🇩🇿 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 Melouza

What is the population of Melouza?

Melouza has a population of 25,701 residents and is located in Algeria. The population density is 317 people per square mile, spread across 81.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Melouza?

Melouza enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.0 inches.

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