Best Time to Visit Biskra, Biskra, Algeria
Biskra is at its sunniest and driest in March–November.
The best time to visit Biskra for sunny, dry weather is March–November — 9 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through February and April–August and December; the wetter half falls in March and September–November and January. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 11.3°C / 52.3°F in January to 33.4°C / 92.1°F in July, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in (July) to 21 mm / 0.8 in (November). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Biskra, Biskra, Algeria's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Biskra's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| March | 16.2°C61.2°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 19.6°C67.3°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 25°C77°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| June | 30.2°C86.4°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 33.4°C92.1°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 32.8°C91°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 28.2°C82.8°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 22.1°C71.8°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 16.1°C61°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Biskra?
The best time to visit Biskra for sunny, dry weather is March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 33.4°C / 92.1°F, and the driest is July with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Biskra's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Biskra?
The rainy season at Biskra, Biskra runs through March and September–November and January, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 13 mm / 0.5 in. The wettest single month is November (21 mm / 0.8 in).
What is the driest month in Biskra?
The driest month in Biskra is July, averaging about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 33.4°C / 92.1°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Biskra?
The least comfortable months for travel to Biskra — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 21 mm / 0.8 in in November, and the coldest month averages 11.3°C / 52.3°F.
Is Biskra climate different from Algeria overall?
Yes, usually. Our Biskra figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Algeria figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Biskra specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.