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Nouakchott Climate by Month

Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation, transitioning from very hot conditions to warm. The city has a dry climate with very low precipitation levels. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The weather in Nouakchott changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 35°C in October to a comfortable 28°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 17°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Nouakchott experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rainfall, generally receiving 52 mm annually. The seasons in Nouakchott, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, September, receives low rainfall, with an average of 20 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 2 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, April, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.2 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

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

Sunshine over the year

Nouakchott enjoys sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 9.5 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.3 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Nouakchott ranges from 18°C in March to 26°C in August.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Nouakchott in Mauritania

The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Nouakchott?
    October has an average maximum temperature of 35°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Nouakchott?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Nouakchott?
    September tops the wettest month list with 20 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Nouakchott?
    May is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Nouakchott?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 285 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Nouakchott

    Fri   Dec 13
    34°C | 17°C
    NE 14 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    38°C | 20°C
    SE 22 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    37°C | 24°C
    E 22 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain