Best Time to Visit Mauritania
Mauritania is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Mauritania for sunny, dry weather is January–December — 12 months of the year match our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The drier half of the year covers November–July, while the wetter half runs through August–October. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 23.5°C / 74.3°F in January to 32°C / 89.6°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (April) to 20 mm / 0.8 in (September). Mauritania's climate is broadly hot arid. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Mauritania can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.5°C74.3°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| February | 25.5°C77.9°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| March | 27°C80.6°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| April | 28.5°C83.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 30°C86°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 31°C87.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 32°C89.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 31.5°C88.7°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 31°C87.8°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 30°C86°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 27.5°C81.5°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 24.5°C76.1°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mauritania?
The best time to visit Mauritania for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is July (32°C / 89.6°F country-wide average) and the driest is April (about 0 mm / 0 in). These months combine warmth with low rainfall based on long-term climate normals.
When is the rainy season in Mauritania?
The rainy season in Mauritania runs through August–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 2 mm / 0.1 in. The wettest single month is September, averaging 20 mm / 0.8 in.
What is the dry season in Mauritania?
The drier half of the year in Mauritania covers November–July, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 2 mm / 0.1 in. The driest single month is April with about 0 mm / 0 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Mauritania?
The least comfortable months for travel in Mauritania — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, August, September, October, December. These are Mauritania's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 20 mm / 0.8 in in September, and temperatures bottom out at 23.5°C / 74.3°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Mauritania?
Mauritania doesn't have a distinct shoulder season by our heuristics — its climate is either sunny-and-dry or clearly outside those bounds most of the year. Consider the April window (driest) or July window (warmest) as alternatives to peak season.