Theniet El Had National Park
National Park Algerian national park protecting cedar forests and wildlife
Mountain park in northern Algeria with Mediterranean forests, walking trails and picnic clearings. Visitors come for hiking, forest scenery and wildlife observation away from coastal cities.
How to Get to Theniet El Had National Park #
Theniet El Had is north of Chlef city; approach is typically by road from Chlef or nearby coastal towns. Private car or arranged transport is the usual access; regional roads connect the park to local towns but expect mountain driving conditions.
Tips for Visiting Theniet El Had National Park #
- Hire a local guide for longer trails; much of the park is rugged and trail signage can be minimal.
- Spring (wildflower season) brings carpets of endemic flora-plan for several hours to explore the best viewpoints.
- Cell reception is patchy; carry a detailed paper map and sufficient water for day hikes.
Best Time to Visit Theniet El Had National Park #
Spring and autumn provide the most comfortable weather windows; summers can be hot and winters rainy.
Weather & Climate near Theniet El Had National Park #
Theniet El Had National Park's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (680 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with 99 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 7 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
