The Algerian National Meteorological Office (ONM) has issued two special weather bulletins (BMS) of level 2, warning of substantial rainfall in several southern and high plateau regions. The expected rainfall amounts could reach 40 mm in certain areas during Tuesday, September 22, 2026. The first BMS affects El Bayadh, El Meniaâ, Laghouat, Touggourt, Ouargla, Ghardaïa, and the southern part of Djelfa, with estimated rainfall accumulations between 20 and 40 mm.
The first BMS is valid from 3:00 AM to 9:00 PM on Tuesday, while a second alert concerns several southern regions, including Timimoun, Aïn Salah, Tamanrasset, Djanet, and Illizi, with expected rainfall amounts ranging from 20 to 30 mm. This second BMS is valid from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM on Tuesday. In addition to these BMS, Météo Algérie has issued a level 1 vigilance bulletin, colored yellow, for several regions, warning of expected rainfall and thunderstorms.
The level 1 vigilance bulletin affects Tébessa, Khenchela, Batna, El Meghaïer, Ouled Djellal, Naâma, Béchar, and Adrar, where rainfall is expected on Tuesday. A larger territory is at risk of thunderstorms, including Tébessa, Khenchela, Batna, El Meghaïer, Ouled Djellal, Djelfa, Touggourt, Ghardaïa, Laghouat, El Bayadh, Naâma, Béchar, Béni Abbès, Adrar, Timimoun, El Meniaâ, Ouargla, Aïn Salah, Illizi, Tamanrasset, and Djanet.
The unstable weather is not expected to subside by Wednesday, September 23, 2026, as rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms is still forecasted in several regions, including Tébessa, Khenchela, Batna, Ghardaïa, El Meniaâ, Ouargla, Illizi, Aïn Salah, Tamanrasset, and Djanet. The meteorological authorities recommend closely following updates on the weather bulletins and potential new alerts in the coming hours.
With expected accumulations of up to 40 mm in certain regions and the persistence of a thunderstorm risk until Wednesday, the weather conditions will remain unstable in several parts of the country. Road users are advised to exercise caution in case of heavy downpours and temporary reduced visibility.
The Algerian meteorological authorities continue to monitor the situation and provide updates to ensure public safety and awareness. Residents and travelers are urged to stay informed about the latest weather forecasts and warnings.
The situation will continue to be monitored, and any further updates or warnings will be issued accordingly. The public is advised to stay tuned for further information and to follow all necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
Key points
- Up to 40 mm of rainfall is expected in certain regions of Algeria on Tuesday.
- Several regions are under vigilance for thunderstorms and heavy rainfall.
- Unstable weather conditions are expected to persist until at least Wednesday.
