Algiers, January 6, 2026 – Several provinces across Algeria are bracing for a period of intense weather, including heavy snowfall in mountainous regions and significant rainfall, according to the National Meteorological Office.
A special weather advisory, classified as ‘Orange’ level, indicates that snowfall is expected in areas above 800 to 1000 meters in altitude. This advisory covers the following provinces: Tlemcen, Naama, El Bayadh, Sidi Bel Abbes, Tiaret, Saida, Mascara, Tissemsilt, Ain Defla, Medea, Blida, Tipaza, Laghouat, Djelfa, M’Sila, Bouira, Tizi Ouzou, Bordj Bou Arreridj, Jijel, Bejaia, and Setif.
Snow accumulation is predicted to range between 5 and 10 centimeters, with the potential for exceeding 25 centimeters in the Ouarsenis, Chrea, Djurdjura, and Babors mountain ranges. This period of heavy snowfall is expected to last from 12:00 PM on Tuesday until 12:00 PM on Wednesday.
Furthermore, snowfall is also anticipated in the provinces of Mila, Constantine, Skikda, Guelma, Souk Ahras, Oum El Bouaghi, Batna, Khenchela, and Tebessa, commencing at 11:00 PM on Tuesday and continuing until midday on Wednesday. Snowfall accumulation is estimated to be between 5 and 10 centimeters.
In addition to the snowfall warning, a separate advisory warns of persistent thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, potentially exceeding 70 millimeters locally. This advisory is in effect until 6:00 AM on Wednesday and affects the provinces of Tlemcen, Ain Temouchent, Oran, Mostaganem, Chlef, Tipaza, Algiers, Boumerdes, Tizi Ouzou, Bejaia, Mascara, Ain Defla, Blida, Medea, and Bouira.
Significant thunderstorms and rainfall are also expected until midday today in the provinces of M’Sila, Djelfa, Laghouat, Ghardaia, El Menia, Timimoun, El Bayadh, Naama, and Bechar. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions and stay informed about the evolving weather conditions.
