Algiers, January 5, 2026 – Several provinces across Algeria are bracing for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms, according to the national meteorological services. A special weather alert has been issued, warning residents of potential localized rainfall exceeding 70mm.
The alert, which went into effect at 3:00 PM today, Monday, will remain in place until 6:00 AM Wednesday morning. The provinces expected to be most affected include Tlemcen, Ain Temouchent, Oran, Mostaganem, Chlef, Tipaza, Algiers, Boumerdes, Tizi Ouzou, Bejaia, Mascara, Ain Defla, Blida, Medea, and Bouira.
Residents in these areas are advised to take necessary precautions, including avoiding unnecessary travel and securing loose objects that could be displaced by strong winds and heavy rain. Authorities are also urging citizens to stay informed about the evolving weather conditions and heed any warnings issued by local officials.
A separate weather advisory indicates that other provinces will also experience significant rainfall and thunderstorms. This advisory is in effect from 3:00 PM today until dawn tomorrow, Tuesday. The provinces included in this second advisory are Relizane, Tissemsilt, Tiaret, Saida, Sidi Bel Abbes, El Bayadh, Naama, Bechar, Jijel, and Skikda.
DZWatch will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available. Stay tuned for the latest weather information and safety guidelines.