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Plage Oued Zhor has BeachFinder Score: 89/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Plage Oued Zhor today
Plage Oued Zhor is a BeachFinder spot in DZ, DZ. Today, compare water temperature 23°C, wind 8 km/h · E, uv 4.3, waves 0.8 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 89/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
23°C
Wind
8 km/h · E
UV
4.3
Waves
0.8 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Nov 6, 10:15 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 89/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Nov 6, 10:15 PM
Water temp
23°C
Air temp
16°C
Feels like
16°C
UV index
4.3
Wind
8 km/h · E
Gust 14 km/h
Waves
0.8 m
Current
0 km/h · E
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Plage Oued Zhor
Oued Zhor beach extends along the Algerian Mediterranean coast, in the Tipaza region, about 70 kilometers west of Algiers. This stretch of coast is characterized by limestone cliffs framing successive coves, where the influence of the Oued Zhor periodically shapes the coastal profile. The shore belongs to this Western Mediterranean where the sea takes on deep hues and Atlantic currents temper the waters. The site features a fine sandy beach, exposed to offshore swells, which distinguishes it from adjacent rocky areas. 4.1 kilometers to the east is Plage DZ, while another Plage DZ extends 4.5 kilometers in the same direction, forming a series of accessible bays. Upon arrival, visitors discover a sandy strip where the gentle slope facilitates gradual entry into the water. The undeveloped nature of the site lends an atmosphere of relative solitude, far from the tourist infrastructure concentrated around Algiers. No supervision service is provided on this beach, and access is not adapted for people with reduced mobility. The site does not benefit from the Blue Flag classification. Visitors should plan for self-sufficiency regarding equipment and safety, especially during winter when the wadi may experience floods altering access to the shore.
About this spot
The name Oued Zhor refers to the Zehour wadi, a coastal river that drains the heights of Tipaza and flows into this part of the Mediterranean. Oued, from the classical Arabic term wādī, designates these Maghreb river valleys that carry water only seasonally. The local geology, dominated by Upper Cretaceous limestones, explains the formation of the cliffs framing the shore. Historically, this coast saw the passage of the Phoenicians, then the Romans who established Tipaza as a major trading port. Even today, local fishermen frequent these waters, perpetuating a millennia-old tradition of exploiting Mediterranean marine resources.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Plage Oued Zhor today?
23°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Plage Oued Zhor today?
8 km/h · E. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Plage Oued Zhor?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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