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Nouadhibou Climate by Month

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 day and 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, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 16°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

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

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.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

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

Water temperature over 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.

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    Forecast for Nouadhibou

    Thu   Dec 12
    24°C | 15°C
    NE 25 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    26°C | 15°C
    NE 25 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    26°C | 19°C
    SE 18 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain