Ougarta RangeOugarta Range at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Ougarta Range
Best outside the height of summer heat; spring and winter months are more comfortable for exploration.
Winter (milder)
November-March · 10-28°C
Temperatures are more moderate; avoid the hottest months.
Spring
March-May · 15-35°C
Wildflowers can appear after rare rains, and mornings are pleasant for hiking.
Weather & Climate near Ougarta Range
Climate
Ougarta Range's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 43°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 78
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
MaySeptemberOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
47°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 5° - 18° | 12° | 2 mm | clear | 45% | 3.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.4h |
| February | Excellent | 8° - 21° | 15° | 2 mm | clear | 38% | 4.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.0h |
| March | Ideal | 12° - 25° | 19° | 3 mm | clear | 29% | 5.3 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 16° - 30° | 23° | 1 mm | clear | 24% | 4.4 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 21° - 35° | 28° | 1 mm | clear | 19% | 5.3 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.5h |
| June | Ideal | 26° - 40° | 33° | 0 mm | clear | 15% | 5.3 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Ideal | 29° - 43° | 36° | 1 mm | clear | 12% | 4.4 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.7h |
| August | Ideal | 28° - 43° | 36° | 2 mm | clear | 15% | 4.2 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 24° - 38° | 31° | 2 mm | mostly sunny | 22% | 4.3 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 31° | 24° | 5 mm | clear | 30% | 3.9 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 11° - 24° | 17° | 5 mm | clear | 39% | 3.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.6h |
| December | Excellent | 6° - 19° | 12° | 4 mm | clear | 50% | 3.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.2h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Ougarta Range
The Ougarta Range is accessed from towns in Béni Abbès Province; drivers typically approach by road from Béni Abbès or Béchar. Travel in the area is by 4x4 and local guides are strongly recommended. There are no scheduled public transport services to the range.
Tips for Visiting Ougarta Range
- Wear sun protection and carry plenty of water-shade is scarce in much of the range.
- If attempting longer routes, hire local guides who know water sources and seasonal tracks.
- Visit rock formations in late afternoon when shadows reveal geological relief.