Algiers, Algeria
Capital city · Population 2.4M
Algiers is the capital and the largest city in Algeria with a population of approximately 2,364,230 people as of 2026. This makes it the 160th largest city in the world, accounting for 4.99% of Algeria's total population of 47.4M. Algiers is classified as a major city and operates in the Africa/Algiers timezone. The average annual temperature is 19.1°C with 418 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 116 meters above sea level.
Population
2,364,230
Global Rank
#160
Country Rank
#1
% of Algeria
4.99%
Avg Temperature
19.1°C
Annual Rainfall
418 mm
Elevation
116 m
Timezone
Africa/Algiers
Algiers on the Map
Climate in Algiers
Algiers's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Dec. The wettest month is Feb with 117 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Algeria at a Glance
Country Population
47,400,000
Capital
Algiers
Region
Northern Africa
Major Cities
42
GDP per Capita
$5,753
Life Expectancy
76.3 years
Urban Population
75.3%
Growth Rate
0.01%
Other Major Cities in Algeria
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Algiers with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Baraki | 105,402 | 7 km |
| Bab Ezzouar | 275,630 | 9 km |
| Bordj el Kiffan | 123,246 | 10 km |
| Rouiba | 117,558 | 17 km |
| Blida | 331,779 | 37 km |
| Médéa | 145,441 | 60 km |
| Tizi Ouzou | 104,312 | 85 km |
| El Achir | 158,333 | 157 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Algiers?
The population of Algiers, Algeria is approximately 2,364,230 people, making it the 160th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Algeria.
Is Algiers the capital of Algeria?
Yes, Algiers is the capital of Algeria.
What is the climate like in Algiers?
Algiers has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C and receives 418 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Dec.
What timezone is Algiers in?
Algiers is in the Africa/Algiers timezone.