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Tamanghasset, Algeria
Tamanrasset · Algeria
Tamanghasset is a mid-size city in Tamanrasset, Algeria with a population of 81,752. Elevation: 4,501 ft (1,372 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
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About Tamanghasset
Tamanrasset, also known as Tamanghasset or Tamenghest, is an oasis city and capital of Tamanrasset Province in southern Algeria, in the Ahaggar Mountains. It is the chief city of the Algerian Tuareg. It is located at an altitude of 1,320 metres (4,330 ft). As of the 2008 census, it has a population of 92,635, up from 72,741 in 1998, with an annual growth rate of 2.5%. It was estimated to be up to 116,521 in 2019 and 140,955 in 2025.
People
Climate
| Population | 81,752 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,501 ft (1,372 m) |
| Coordinates | 22.7850°, 5.5228° |
| Timezone | Africa/Algiers |
| Country | 🇩🇿 Algeria |
| State / Province | Tamanrasset |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.8 inches (46 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tamanghasset
Tamanghasset is a mid-size city in Algeria (Tamanrasset) with a population of 81,752. The city sits at an elevation of 4,501 feet (1,372 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Algiers.
Climate in Tamanghasset
Tamanghasset has an average annual temperature of 22.4°C (72°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.7°C), the coldest is Jan (12.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 55 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.8°F |
| 31% above Algeria avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 333 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,501 ft (1,372 m) |
| Area | 14,561.1 sq mi (37,713.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 22.7850°N, 5.5228°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Algiers |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Manzaz Volcanic Field (130 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Manzaz Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,672 m (5,486 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 80°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 85°F (29°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 0.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.1 in |
Tamanghasset has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 53°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 1.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.3") and February the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Tamanghasset
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cubs Nation School Tamanrasset | University | — | — |
| Tamanrasset University | University | — | Visit → |
| المعهد الوطني المتخصص للتكوين المهني | College | — | — |
Schools in Tamanghasset
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| متوسطة ابن باديس | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة حسيبة الابتدائية | — | — | — | — |
| دار الطالب أدوبي | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة التلاميذ العسكرية | — | — | — | — |
| متوسطة الشيخ توهامي | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الشيخ عمود الثانوية | — | — | — | — |
| متقنة | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة البشير الإبراهيمي الابتدائية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة باجي مختار الابتدائية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة ابن خلدون الابتدائية | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tamanghasset
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Tamanghasset
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dar Al-Imzad | ||||
| historic french Fort | ||||
| منزل عبد الكريم |
Libraries in Tamanghasset
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| مكتبة البلدية | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة نظيم | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tamanghasset
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assihar | |||||
| السوق الكبير | |||||
| سوق وسط المدينة القديم |
Hotels in Tamanghasset
10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tamanghasset
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tamanghasset
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Tamanghasset
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tamanghasset
5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tamanghasset
5 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tamanghasset
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tamanghasset
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Tamanghasset
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tamanghasset
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tamanghasset
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aguenar – Hadj Bey Akhamok Airport | TMR | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Tamanghasset
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| مكتب بريد | |
| مكتب بريد الجزائر | |
| مكتب بريد الجزائر | |
| مكتب بريد صورو |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tamanghasset
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hamza Ibn Abdelmoutaleb Mosques Soro | |
| Masjid el Atik | |
| مسجد الحجاج بن مسلم سرسوف | |
| مسجد جامع بدر | |
| مسجد حي السلام | |
| مسجد فاطمة الزهراء تهقارت | |
| مسجد محمد بن لكبير | |
| مسجد موسى أق أمستان صورو | |
| مسجد موسى أق امستان صورو |
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Quick Facts
Around Tamanghasset
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Tamanghasset
3 places within 15 km
- • Hadriane
- • Iharen
- • Tindi Iharen
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What is the population of Tamanghasset?
Tamanghasset has a population of 81,752 residents and is located in Algeria. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 14,561.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tamanghasset?
Tamanghasset has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.8 inches.