Climate of Nouakchott, Mauritania
Area-weighted average across Nouakchott. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Nouakchott, a subdivision of Mauritania, has a hot arid climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 21°C / 69.8°F in January to 29.4°C / 84.9°F in September, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 33 mm / 1.3 in depending on the season (83 mm / 3.3 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C69.8°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| February | 22.6°C72.7°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| March | 23.7°C74.7°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 24.6°C76.3°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| May | 25.7°C78.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| June | 27.2°C81°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 27°C80.6°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 28.3°C82.9°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 29.4°C84.9°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 28.6°C83.5°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 25.3°C77.5°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| December | 21.9°C71.4°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Nouakchott?
The best months to visit Nouakchott, Mauritania for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is September at an area-wide average of 29.4°C / 84.9°F, and the driest is May with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Nouakchott?
Nouakchott, Mauritania has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 21°C / 69.8°F in January to 29.4°C / 84.9°F in September. Annual rainfall averages about 83 mm / 3.3 in, with the wettest month being August (33 mm / 1.3 in) and the driest May (0 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Nouakchott?
The hottest month in Nouakchott is September, with an area-wide average temperature of 29.4°C / 84.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Nouakchott?
The coldest month in Nouakchott is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 21°C / 69.8°F.
When does it rain most in Nouakchott?
The wettest month in Nouakchott is August, averaging about 33 mm / 1.3 in of rainfall. The driest is May with about 0 mm / 0 in.