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Weather & Climate in Khenchela, Algeria
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Khenchela enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 307 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 16.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,701 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 57.0°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,701 ft (1,128 m) |
| Area | 11.2 sq mi (28.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,257/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4358°N, 7.1433°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Algiers |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
66 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.4.
| Sep 22, 1995 | 14 km SE of Tébessa, Algeria | M5.4 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Aug 17, 2025 | 47 km W of Chebika, Tunisia | M5.1 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Apr 5, 2002 | 9 km SSW of Azzaba, Algeria | M5.0 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Mar 26, 2020 | 21 km WNW of Draa Klalouche, Algeria | M5.0 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Apr 4, 2023 | 7 km ESE of Chebika, Tunisia | M5.0 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Jul 9, 2007 | 64 km N of Debila, Algeria | M4.8 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Apr 1, 2021 | 21 km WSW of Guelma, Algeria | M4.8 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Mar 21, 2015 | 3 km E of Râs el Aïoun, Algeria | M4.8 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Oct 27, 1998 | 10 km S of Draa Klalouche, Algeria | M4.7 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Aug 15, 2017 | 10 km WNW of Merouana, Algeria | M4.7 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Mar 5, 2017 | 13 km NE of Didouche Mourad, Algeria | M4.7 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Mar 9, 2005 | 29 km SE of Barika, Algeria | M4.6 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Mar 15, 2015 | 7 km NE of Râs el Aïoun, Algeria | M4.6 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Jan 31, 2002 | 5 km N of Arris, Algeria | M4.6 | 73 km | 33 km |
| Mar 15, 2021 | 9 km WNW of Arris, Algeria | M4.6 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Dec 13, 2001 | 33 km SW of Cheria, Algeria | M4.6 | 49 km | 10 km |
| Jul 17, 2020 | 2 km WNW of Mila, Algeria | M4.6 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Jul 4, 2020 | 18 km NNE of Batna, Algeria | M4.5 | 86 km | 10 km |
| Jun 2, 2008 | 7 km NW of Hamma Bouziane, Algeria | M4.5 | 126 km | 1 km |
| Mar 17, 2021 | 10 km ENE of Didouche Mourad, Algeria | M4.5 | 123 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 1.3 in |
Khenchela has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 41°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.0") and July the driest (0.6").