Climate for Station: In-Amenas, Illizi, Algeria
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Climate Analysis & Overview
In-Amenas, located in Algeria's Illizi province, is experiencing a warming trend with significant changes in precipitation patterns. Over the past decade, both high and low temperatures have risen, with a notable increase in precipitation concentration, indicating fewer but more intense rainfall events.
Desert Climate Dynamics
In-Amenas is situated in the heart of the Sahara Desert, characterised by an arid climate under the Köppen classification (BWh). This region is known for its extreme temperatures, with the station recording an all-time high of 47.4°C (117.3°F) and a low of -6.5°C (20.3°F). The local geography, dominated by vast desert landscapes, contributes to these temperature extremes and limited precipitation.
Warming Trends in Extremes
The all-time temperature trends reveal a warming pattern, with high temperatures increasing by 0.27°C (0.49°F) and lows by 0.37°C (0.67°F). These changes suggest a rise in both daytime and nighttime temperatures over the long term. In the past decade, the trend is slightly more pronounced, with highs rising by 0.30°C (0.54°F) and lows by 0.31°C (0.55°F). This consistent warming aligns with broader regional climate goals to monitor and adapt to changing temperature patterns.
Precipitation Patterns Intensify
The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) in In-Amenas has increased from a baseline of 45.3 to a current value of 52.3. This significant change indicates a shift towards more concentrated rainfall events, meaning that precipitation occurs in fewer, more intense episodes. Such a pattern can lead to challenges in water management and increased risk of flash floods, despite the overall arid conditions.
Regional Climate Context
In-Amenas' climate trends reflect broader patterns observed across Algeria, where efforts are underway to adapt to climate variability. The country's initiatives focus on sustainable water management and improving resilience to extreme weather events. The warming trends and changes in precipitation concentration in In-Amenas highlight the importance of these efforts in mitigating the impacts of climate change.
Implications for the Future
The observed warming and intensified precipitation patterns in In-Amenas present both challenges and opportunities for adaptation. As Algeria continues to address its climate goals, understanding these localised trends is crucial for developing effective strategies to manage water resources and protect vulnerable communities in the desert environment.
Station Statistics
10-Year Trend
High: +0.30 °C/decade
Low: +0.31 °C/decade
Rain: -0.02 mm/decade
25-Year Trend
High: +0.20 °C/decade
Low: +0.45 °C/decade
Rain: -0.01 mm/decade
50-Year Trend
High: +0.41 °C/decade
Low: +0.41 °C/decade
Rain: -0.02 mm/decade
All-Time Trend
High: +0.27 °C/decade
Low: +0.37 °C/decade
Rain: -0.01 mm/decade
Percentage Above-Average Days
Last 12 Months: 58.4%
This Year: 66.7%
Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️
Last 12 Months: 76.6
Historical Average: 62.3
Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️
High: 92nd percentile
Low: 98th percentile
Rain: 47th percentile
Change in Variance ℹ️
High: -1.2%
Low: +4.4%
Intraday: -19.3%
Data Coverage
94.4%
First Year of Data
1958
Station Location
Historical Weather Records
| Max High | Avg High | Min High | Max Avg | Avg Avg | Min Avg | Max Low | Avg Low | Min Low | Max Precipitation | Avg Precipitation | Max Snow | Avg Snow | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 47.4 °C | — | 6.4 °C | 41.2 °C | — | 1.6 °C | 34.0 °C | — | -6.5 °C | 91.0 mm | — | — | — |
| January | 32.6 °C | 18.0 °C | 6.6 °C | 22.2 °C | 10.5 °C | 1.6 °C | 18.0 °C | 3.2 °C | -6.5 °C | 16.0 mm | 0.0 mm | — | — |
| February | 36.0 °C | 21.0 °C | 6.4 °C | 26.8 °C | 13.4 °C | 3.8 °C | 20.9 °C | 5.4 °C | -6.0 °C | 15.8 mm | 0.1 mm | — | — |
| March | 38.0 °C | 25.5 °C | 9.5 °C | 31.2 °C | 18.0 °C | 4.1 °C | 25.5 °C | 9.7 °C | -2.5 °C | 91.0 mm | 0.1 mm | — | — |
| April | 43.1 °C | 30.9 °C | 12.4 °C | 35.4 °C | 23.7 °C | 9.6 °C | 28.0 °C | 14.9 °C | 1.5 °C | 15.0 mm | 0.0 mm | — | — |
| May | 45.0 °C | 35.5 °C | 17.7 °C | 37.7 °C | 28.6 °C | 13.4 °C | 32.3 °C | 19.8 °C | 9.0 °C | 13.0 mm | 0.0 mm | — | — |
| June | 46.6 °C | 39.6 °C | 26.6 °C | 41.2 °C | 32.6 °C | 23.1 °C | 34.0 °C | 23.6 °C | 14.8 °C | 14.0 mm | 0.0 mm | — | — |
| July | 46.7 °C | 39.9 °C | 31.7 °C | 40.2 °C | 33.0 °C | 24.3 °C | 31.6 °C | 23.7 °C | 13.9 °C | 0.0 mm | 0.0 mm | — | — |
| August | 47.4 °C | 39.5 °C | 27.2 °C | 39.7 °C | 32.4 °C | 22.2 °C | 32.2 °C | 23.6 °C | 17.4 °C | 13.0 mm | 0.0 mm | — | — |
| September | 44.0 °C | 37.0 °C | 25.2 °C | 37.8 °C | 30.2 °C | 19.4 °C | 31.8 °C | 21.7 °C | 11.4 °C | 13.2 mm | 0.0 mm | — | — |
| October | 41.0 °C | 31.3 °C | 17.7 °C | 34.8 °C | 24.4 °C | 13.3 °C | 29.2 °C | 16.4 °C | 5.1 °C | 19.0 mm | 0.1 mm | — | — |
| November | 40.0 °C | 24.5 °C | 13.8 °C | 28.4 °C | 17.1 °C | 6.2 °C | 23.0 °C | 9.6 °C | -0.3 °C | 23.0 mm | 0.1 mm | — | — |
| December | 31.3 °C | 19.0 °C | 9.3 °C | 21.1 °C | 11.7 °C | 2.5 °C | 18.9 °C | 4.6 °C | -4.8 °C | 35.0 mm | 0.1 mm | — | — |
Data Visualisations
Remove WatermarksCurrent Year Climate Trends vs Historical
Max Temperature this Year | 1 of 6
Climate 12-Month Moving Averages
Max Temperature 12-Month MA | 1 of 6
Daily Data Points and Averages Throughout the Year
Average Max Temperature Throughout Year | 1 of 5
