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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).

81,752 Population 6/sq mi density
4,501 ft Elevation 1,372 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
1.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Algiers Timezone

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About Tamanghasset

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

Population81,752
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain1.8 in/yr
Sunny Days333/yr
Elevation4,501 ft (1,372 m)
Population81,752
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation4,501 ft (1,372 m)
Coordinates22.7850°, 5.5228°
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers
Country🇩🇿 Algeria
State / ProvinceTamanrasset
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation1.8 inches (46 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 12.6°C / 55°F 4.8° / 20.4° 1.5
Feb 14.8°C / 59°F 7° / 22.7° 0.9
Mar 18.8°C / 66°F 11.3° / 26.4° 2.2
Apr 23.2°C / 74°F 15.6° / 30.8° 0.9
May 27°C / 81°F 19.9° / 34.1° 3.1
Jun 29.5°C / 85°F 23° / 36° 7.4
Jul 29.7°C / 85°F 23.4° / 36° 7.0
Aug 29°C / 84°F 22.9° / 35.2° 16.2
Sep 27.8°C / 82°F 21.5° / 34° 5.0
Oct 23.5°C / 74°F 16.8° / 30.2° 9.4
Nov 18°C / 64°F 10.7° / 25.4° 0.6
Dec 14.4°C / 58°F 6.8° / 21.9° 0.6
Tamanghasset has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 333 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 1.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,501 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.8°F
31% above Algeria avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days333 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,501 ft (1,372 m)
Area14,561.1 sq mi (37,713.1 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates22.7850°N, 5.5228°W
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 1.8"
95% below Algeria avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 0.31"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Feb 14, 2013.

Feb 14, 2013 52 km SE of Tamanrasset, Algeria M4.5 53 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

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").

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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
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Radio Stations near Tamanghasset

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Tamanghasset

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dar Al-Imzad
historic french Fort
منزل عبد الكريم

Libraries in Tamanghasset

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
مكتبة البلدية0.0
مكتبة نظيم0.0

Farmers Markets in Tamanghasset

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Assihar
السوق الكبير
سوق وسط المدينة القديم

Hotels in Tamanghasset

10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bourenan
hotel caravnser
Hôtel tahat
Lodge
الخشب المتحجر
فندق الأمان
فندق تينهنان
فندق ماها
فندق مها
مرقد الريم تمنراست

Restaurants in Tamanghasset

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Oum derman 2
Pizza Shabbli
Restaurant Nina
Restaurant Nina 🍴🥩🍗🔰
Resto
Resto
Resto
بيتزا

Cafes in Tamanghasset

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

tzy
نادي العلم

Theme Parks in Tamanghasset

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

مركز الترفيه العائلي

Clinics in Tamanghasset

5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinic Taheguart Ouled Ahmed Ghemar
medical center - El Mostafa - Scanner, mammography, radiography, echograghie
العيادة الطبية بن نعيجة الخير
عيادة أدريان
قاعة العلاج صورو

Bus Stations in Tamanghasset

5 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DZ #1442191637
Univercity Bus stop
المحطة الجديدة
محطة حافلات
محطة محطة سيارات الأجرة خارج المدينة - كل الاتجاهات

Gas Stations in Tamanghasset

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DZ #6603998148
DZ #9706700053
Station Service Naftal
Station-service
بيتروماق
محطة وقود خوين تمنراست
نفطال

Banks in Tamanghasset

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

National Bank of Algeria

Shopping Malls in Tamanghasset

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre commercial
غلريز

Stadiums & Teams in Tamanghasset

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Tamanghasset

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aguenar – Hadj Bey Akhamok AirportTMRLarge Airport

Post Offices in Tamanghasset

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
مكتب بريد
مكتب بريد الجزائر
مكتب بريد الجزائر
مكتب بريد صورو

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tamanghasset

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
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

Explore Near Tamanghasset

Waterfalls
4
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Meteorites
2
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Algiers

Around Tamanghasset

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 13
Hospitals 4
Pharmacies 7
Restaurants 8
Cafes 12
Bars 1
Supermarkets 1
Banks 2
Museums 1
Hotels 10
Libraries 1
Parks 1
Police Stations 1
Fire Stations 1
Places of Worship 6

Things to See Near Tamanghasset

3 places within 15 km

⛰️ Peaks (3)
  • • Hadriane
  • • Iharen
  • • Tindi Iharen

🇩🇿 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 Tamanghasset

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.

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