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Nouadhibou Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Nouadhibou has a steady warm climate throughout the year. The city sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Nouadhibou experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 28°C in September. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 22°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 16°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Nouadhibou is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 21 mm. Despite minor fluctuations, Nouadhibou enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In October, you can expect around 4.6 mm of precipitation, while in June, Nouadhibou receives about 0.2 mm.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine over the year

Nouadhibou experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 10.5 hours daily sunshine in May, it dips to 8.0 hours in February, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 18°C in January to 24°C in August.

Water temperature over the year

Average humidity

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Nouadhibou.

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 78%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

Average wind speed

The average wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s to 2 m/s. It is lower in January, September, October, November and December and higher in February, March, April, May, June, July and August.

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)

Forecast for Nouadhibou

Sat   Jan 11
27°C | 17°C
E 8 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Sun   Jan 12
25°C | 18°C
E 6 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Mon   Jan 13
24°C | 16°C
N 7 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

hourly forecast
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Nouadhibou in Mauritania

During the months of January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Nouadhibou?
    September has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Nouadhibou?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 22°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Nouadhibou?
    October tops the wettest month list with 5 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Nouadhibou?
    July is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Nouadhibou?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 315 hours of sunshine.

    • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

     

     


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