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Sig

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Updated Sunday, October 18, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Sig month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Sig are typically March, April and November, with average daytime highs around 21–24°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 36°C), January the coldest (average low 8°C), and March the wettest (about 55 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January17.67.6458.7
February19.48.8279.2
March21.410.05510.0
April23.811.93810.4
May27.614.82411.8
June31.918.7912.9
July35.721.6012.8
August35.922.0211.8
September31.819.51610.7
October28.315.7199.9
November22.212.1308.8
December19.09.3358.5

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People and places shaping Sig

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Research updated Tuesday, October 6, 2026
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Past and future events in Sig

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. Battle of Sig

    French forces fought Algerian resistance led by Emir Abdelkader on 26–27 June 1835 near Sig

Current public leadership

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People associated with this place

Historical figures

  • Rachid Taha

    Algerian singer and musician (1958–2018) born in Sig

  • Emir Abdelkader

    Algerian resistance leader who commanded forces at the Battle of Sig (1835)

Local business and employers

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Newspapers and local media

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Buildings and landmarks

  • Sig River (Wadi Sig)

    River that runs through the town, also known as Mekerra

  • Sig plains

    Agricultural plains extending northward to the Gulf of Arzew

  • Public garden along the river

    Town’s public garden situated on the banks of the Sig River

  • Saint‑Denis‑de‑Sig

    Historical French colonial name for the town of Sig

  • Sig River (Mekerra)

    River that runs through the town of Sig, also known as the Mekerra

  • Town of Sig

    Town in northwestern Algeria, located in Mascara Province on the Sig River

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01 · Overview

Sig, in brief

Sig

Sig is a city in Algeria. It is located in the Mascara province.

Location and Geography The city sits at latitude 35.52832 and longitude –0.19369, placing it in the north‑western part of the country. It falls within the administrative boundaries of Mascara, a region that shares its name with the provincial capital.

Demographics As of the most recent census, Sig has a population of 61,373 residents. The predominant language spoken is Arabic (ar‑DZ). The city observes the Africa/Algiers time zone, aligning with the rest of Algeria.

Economy and Currency The local economy operates using the Algerian dinar (DZD). While specific economic activities are not detailed here, the city’s population size suggests a modest urban center with typical services and commerce for the region.

Infrastructure Sig is not a capital city and does not serve as the administrative seat of any larger division beyond its local municipality. Its infrastructure is typical of mid‑sized Algerian cities, with public services and transport links connecting it to nearby urban centers.

Historical Context The name Sig also appears in various other contexts worldwide, such as a village in Denmark and a river in Algeria. However, the city in question is distinct, identified by its coordinates and demographic profile.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sig

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01 · Q&A

Where is Sig located and what are its coordinates?

Sig is situated in Algeria at geographic coordinates 35.5283, -0.1937, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Sig?

Sig has a recorded population of approximately 61,373 and observes the Africa/Algiers time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Sig?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Sig include AR-DZ, with DZD used for local transactions.

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