Mauritania

Mauritania Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Mauritania in February.

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Nouakchott Nouadhibou Chinguetti Banc d'Arguin National Park

Considering a trip to Mauritania this February and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Mauritania in February

In February, Mauritania experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from warm to very warm and almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Nouadhibou at 22°C (72°F) to very warm in Boutilimit at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Boutilimit and 17°C (63°F) in Nouadhibou. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For specific regional insights in Mauritania, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

February is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 1.3 mm (0.1 in) in Nouakchott.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in February. Nouakchott typically receives 218 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Mauritania in February

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Mauritania

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Mauritania?

Temperature range in Mauritania (February)

Precipitation variation in Mauritania (February)

Nouakchott

In February Nouakchott generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
218 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.3 mm (0.1 in)
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nouakchott →

Nouadhibou

In February Nouadhibou generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
239 hours
284 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.4 mm (0.1 in)
1.4 mm (0.1 in)
1.9 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nouadhibou →

Chinguetti

In February Chinguetti generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
267 hours
261 hours
316 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.8 mm (0.1 in)
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chinguetti →

Atar

In February Atar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
267 hours
261 hours
316 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.7 mm (0.1 in)
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Atar →

Banc d'Arguin National Park

In February Banc d'Arguin National Park generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Banc d'Arguin National Park →

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Mauritania in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nouakchott 29°C (84°F) 18°C (64°F) 1.3 mm (0.1 in)
Nouadhibou 22°C (72°F) 17°C (63°F) 1.4 mm (0.1 in)
Chinguetti 27°C (81°F) 14°C (57°F) 2.4 mm (0.1 in)
Banc d'Arguin National Park 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 1.8 mm (0.1 in)
Akjoujt 32°C (90°F) 18°C (64°F) 1.4 mm (0.1 in)
Boutilimit 33°C (91°F) 19°C (66°F) 1.8 mm (0.1 in)

Mauritania weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mauritania in February?

February in Mauritania brings perfect weather. In Nouakchott, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in Mauritania in February?

In Nouakchott, the average daytime high in February is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 18°C (64°F).

Does Mauritania get a lot of rain in February?

Not particularly. Nouakchott averages just 1.3 mm (0.1 in) of rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for Mauritania.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Mauritania?

We consider February to be one of the best times to travel to Mauritania. Typically, the climate in Nouakchott is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit Mauritania is in January, February and December with generally perfect weather in Nouakchott. On the other hand, the weather in June, September and October tend to be poor.

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