Algiers Weather in March

In March, the transitional period from winter to spring in Algiers, the temperature trend is generally upward with slight fluctuations, and the weather turns warm step by step. The daylength also keeps increasing, thus providing visitors enough sightseeing time. As local rainy season comes to its end in this month, the precipitation amount drops to a moderate level as well. Eid al-Fitr, one of the grandest festivals in Algiers, might be celebrated on March 9 in 2027. Overall, it is not bad to visit Algiers especially after early March when the Ramadan has ended.

Turning Warm but with Fluctuations

In Algiers during March, daily highs mostly sway between 17 and 23 degrees Celsius (63 - 73 degrees Fahrenheit) and climb to 25℃ (77℉) in some days when you feel really cozy. While, its night lows usually rise from 8 - 11℃ (46 - 52℉) at the beginning of March to 12 - 15℃ (54 - 59℉) by the late half. We can conclude that Algiers climate in March is no longer cold during daytime but remains chilly at night.

However, temperature ups and downs are often seen in this month, making the weather a little unpredictable. With warm winds from southern deserts, the max degrees could maintain over 22℃ (72℉) for nearly a week even in the early March; if it rains, the value tends to fall a little. In spite of the frequent fluctuations, there is no plunge and surge. 

End of Local Rainy Season

As the rainy season approaches its end, the monthly precipitation drops, with the average amount of 66 mm (2.6 in), but the weather of Algiers in March remains humid. The rainy days witness no decline and there are 11 days with some rainfall. Though it seems a lot, the average precipitation distributed over each day is actually low, thus leading to limited disruptions on your travel schedule. Also, it normally falls as light drizzles and moderate rain lasting for a short term. You may find that the rain starting before you arrive at the National Museum of Fine Arts has stopped when you finish the visit. Continuous heavy rain throughout the whole day can be rarely seen. 

Daytime and Sunshine Hours

Throughout March, the day breaks earlier and earlier at around 7:20 - 6:30 and the night falls later at 18:40 - 19:10, thus the daylength increases from 11.5 to 12.5 hours by the end of this month. Around middle March, the day and night in Algiers are equally long. Generally speaking, the daytime is enough for visitors to make a relaxed but relatively rich day trip.

Despite of that, the sunlight duration in Algiers in March remains comparatively short, averaging 7 hours per day. It is of great possibility that you fail to see the azure Mediterranean glittering under sunshine, but dark and gloomy instead. While, the positive side lies in its moderate sunlight. With the not high UV index of 5, you only need to take simple sunproof measures for outdoor activities. 

Is March a Good Time to Visit Algiers?

Well, partly yes, but you are not suggested to visit Algiers in the first week of March since the Ramadan (the month of fast) has not ended until March 9 in 2027. In this period, visitors need to follow certain rules so as to avoid possible troubles, for example eating in the public especially to the Muslims’ face is prohibited at daytime. What’s more, the city adopts a quite different time table of life and work, so you have to adjust your travel schedule accordingly to ensure a smooth journey. 

On the contrary, Eid al-Fitr held on March 9 does provide visitors a good opportunity to experience local tradition and culture. To celebrate the grand festival, Algiers people dress up in traditional clothes and make prayer collectively on the squares or mosques in the morning. Moreover, you could be offered with the delicious food like local cakes and candies. This lively and unique atmosphere will definitely make your tour more impressive and colorful. 

Packing Lists for Algiers Trip in March

Clothes: Both one and two layers of clothes are good choices for the climate of Algiers in March. For tops, you can wear long-sleeved T-shirts or blouses with trench coats or denim jackets; or, simply one but thicker layer like knit wear and hoodies. In terms of the lower body, it is proper to wear casual jeans and sweatpants; for women, thick long dress matched with leggings are good alternatives as well.

Shoes: You are suggested to bring light sport shoes like sneakers and flats to help you suffer less from foot fatigue after long-time walking. Be sure that their soles are anti-slippery to deal with wet roads after rain.

Others: Considering the many rainy days in Algiers in March, umbrella or raincoat is definitely indispensable. 

Travel Tips for Algiers in March

1. During the Eid al-Fitr, local residents are endowed with a three-day holiday when some shops, restaurants and attractions keep closed or shorten the opening time, bringing much inconvenience for tourism. Besides, there are large crowds on main squares and famous scenic spots. If you mind these above, please visit Algiers in the late half of month. 

2. If your trip happens to encounter the Ramadan, you had better prepare some food for daytime when most restaurants provide no service. Also, traffic jam might happen at sunset time when local residents go out for dinner as well as for fun; leave enough time for transportation during this period.