We know that America and Canada are experiencing a record-breaking cold with Australia experiencing the hottest weather in the decades. Here are some stunning pictures of snow falling in the unlikeliest of places, the Sahara desert.

Here are some amazingly shocking pictures of the town of Ain Sefra in Algeria covered in snow.

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According to sources, snowfall has only been experienced in this region for the third time in 40 years.

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Ain Sefra lies on the very northern edge of the Sahara and is known as the ‘Gateway to the Desert’.

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It is situated at roughly 1000 meters above sea level and is surrounded by the Atlas Mountains.

Image credits: Karim Bouchetata