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Nouakchott weather in October (Mauritania)

Planning a trip to Nouakchott in October? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Nouakchott generally has very high temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 35°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this toasty month.

Nouakchott in October usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 6.8 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 0 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 262 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Nouakchott. January, February, March, April, May, July, August, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Nouakchott climate page with graphs.

 

Nouakchott, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 35°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 1%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 6.8 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 0 days  
HumidityHumidity 55%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 262 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Mauritania in October

Find out more about the weather in Mauritania in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Nouakchott in October?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 26°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.

Swimming
10/10
Camping
10/10

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