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Timgad, Algeria

Batna · Algeria

Timgad is a small city in Batna, Algeria with a population of 11,828. Elevation: 3,363 ft (1,025 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

11,828 Population 33,794/sq mi density
3,363 ft Elevation 1,025 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
16.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Algiers Timezone

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About Timgad

Timgad

Timgad was a Roman city in the Aurès Mountains of Algeria. It was founded by the Roman Emperor Trajan around 100 AD. The full name of the city was Colonia Marciana Ulpia Traiana Thamugadi. Emperor Trajan named the city in commemoration of his mother Marcia, eldest sister Ulpia Marciana, and father Marcus Ulpius Traianus.

People

Population11,828
Density33,794/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain16.7 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation3,363 ft (1,025 m)
Population11,828
Population Density33,794 / sq mi
Elevation3,363 ft (1,025 m)
Coordinates35.4928°, 6.4700°
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers
Country🇩🇿 Algeria
State / ProvinceBatna
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation16.7 inches (425 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Timgad

Timgad is a small city in Algeria (Batna) with a population of 11,828. The city sits at an elevation of 3,363 feet (1,025 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Algiers.

Climate in Timgad

Timgad has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jul (26.8°C), the coldest is Jan (6.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 325 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6.4°C / 44°F 0.2° / 12.5° 28.4
Feb 7°C / 45°F 0.4° / 13.7° 22.8
Mar 10.2°C / 50°F 3.1° / 17.3° 34.3
Apr 13.6°C / 56°F 6.1° / 21.2° 38.1
May 18.2°C / 65°F 10° / 26.3° 41.7
Jun 23.3°C / 74°F 14.4° / 32.3° 16.9
Jul 26.8°C / 80°F 17.4° / 36.1° 7.0
Aug 26.4°C / 80°F 17.4° / 35.3° 16.5
Sep 21.8°C / 71°F 14.2° / 29.3° 33.3
Oct 17.4°C / 63°F 10.1° / 24.7° 25.6
Nov 11.1°C / 52°F 4.8° / 17.4° 25.4
Dec 7.3°C / 45°F 1.3° / 13.3° 35.1
Timgad experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 306 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 16.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,363 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below Algeria avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,363 ft (1,025 m)
Area35.0 sq mi (90.5 km²)
Population Density33,794/sq mi
Coordinates35.4928°N, 6.4700°W
TimezoneAfrica/Algiers

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.7"
56% below Algeria avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 2.01"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

83 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 30, 2025.

Apr 5, 2002 9 km SSW of Azzaba, Algeria M5.0 140 km
Mar 26, 2020 21 km WNW of Draa Klalouche, Algeria M5.0 77 km
Mar 21, 2015 3 km E of Râs el Aïoun, Algeria M4.8 74 km
Apr 1, 2021 21 km WSW of Guelma, Algeria M4.8 121 km
Oct 27, 1998 10 km S of Draa Klalouche, Algeria M4.7 49 km
Mar 5, 2017 13 km NE of Didouche Mourad, Algeria M4.7 120 km
Aug 15, 2017 10 km WNW of Merouana, Algeria M4.7 63 km
Feb 24, 2021 24 km SSW of Salah Bey, Algeria M4.7 121 km
Dec 13, 2001 33 km SW of Cheria, Algeria M4.6 102 km
Mar 9, 2005 29 km SE of Barika, Algeria M4.6 83 km
Jan 31, 2002 5 km N of Arris, Algeria M4.6 23 km
Mar 15, 2021 9 km WNW of Arris, Algeria M4.6 30 km
Mar 15, 2015 7 km NE of Râs el Aïoun, Algeria M4.6 73 km
Jul 17, 2020 2 km WNW of Mila, Algeria M4.6 110 km
Mar 17, 2021 10 km ENE of Didouche Mourad, Algeria M4.5 114 km
Sep 10, 1999 25 km N of Tolga, Algeria M4.5 115 km
Jul 30, 1998 18 km NW of Héliopolis, Algeria M4.5 146 km
Apr 5, 2009 16 km NE of Zeribet el Oued, Algeria M4.5 81 km
Jun 2, 2008 7 km NW of Hamma Bouziane, Algeria M4.5 107 km
Jul 4, 2020 18 km NNE of Batna, Algeria M4.5 31 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in
March 45°F (7°C) 2.0 in Wettest
April 51°F (11°C) 1.4 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
June 67°F (20°C) 0.9 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in
September 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in
October 56°F (13°C) 1.5 in
November 47°F (8°C) 1.8 in
December 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in

Timgad has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 38°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.0") and July the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Timgad

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
المدرسة الإبتدائية سيدي معنصر الجديدة
المدرسة الإبتدائية سيدي معنصر
متوسطة سيدي معنصر
CEM
ثانوية تيمڤاد
متوسطة تيمڤاد الجديدة
Lycée
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Radio Stations near Timgad

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Timgad

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée
Musée
Museum of Lambaesis
Museum of Timgad

Libraries in Timgad

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
central library0.0
مكتبة البلدية0.0
مكتبة تيمڤاد0.0

Farmers Markets in Timgad

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Rahba
Souk Lethnine
Souk Sonda

Hotels in Timgad

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Trajan Hotel
نزل الكاهنة - Hôtel Elkahina

Restaurants in Timgad

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Restaurant Chélia
Resto
مطعم

Cafes in Timgad

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

قهوة سايغي

Theatres in Timgad

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Théâtre à ciel ouvert

Clinics in Timgad

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

عيادة متعددة الخدمات تيمقاد
مستوصف سيدي معنصر

Dentists in Timgad

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Smart Dental Clinic

Gas Stations in Timgad

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bouzidi
DZ #10798147630
DZ #1326486239
DZ #1328576187
DZ #267847326
DZ #6206582607

Stadiums & Teams in Timgad

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Timgad

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Batna Mostefa Ben Boulaid AirportBLJLarge Airport
Biskra - Mohamed Khider AirportBSKLarge Airport
Telerghma AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Timgad

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste
مركز بريد سيدي معنصر

Treatment Centers in Timgad

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
مركز علاج

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Timgad

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
TimgadCultural1982

Churches & Religious Organizations in Timgad

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
مسجد
مسجد علي إبن أبي طالب

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Algiers
Area
90.5 km² (34.9 mi²)

🇩🇿 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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Timgad

Timgad
Cultural · inscribed 1982
Timgad lies on the northern slopes of the Aurès mountains and was created ex nihilo as a military colony by the Emperor Trajan in AD 100. With its square enclosure and orthogonal design based on the cardo and decumanus, the two perpendicular routes running thr...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Timgad

What is the population of Timgad?

Timgad has a population of 11,828 residents and is located in Algeria. The population density is 33,794 people per square mile, spread across 35.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Timgad?

Timgad has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.7 inches.

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