Bordj Bou Arreridj experiences a continental climate with significant seasonal variations. Winters are cold and snowy, with temperatures ranging from -5°C to 22°C in January, averaging around 6°C. Spring brings mild temperatures, with April being the warmest month so far, averaging 14°C, while summers are hot and dry, with July and August often reaching scorching highs of up to 45°C, averaging 29°C. Autumn is relatively cool, with October experiencing a slight drop in temperature, averaging around 16°C, before the onset of winter again.