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MauritaniaThe climate of Nouakchott
The current climate in Nouakchott features temperatures ranging from a high of 37°C to a low of 29°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 33°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 16°C and in the warmer months around 27°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Nouakchott, Mauritania.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Nouakchott in recent years was 47°C in July 2015. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 19°C in April 2022.
Rainfall amount
On average, Nouakchott receives 57 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
Best time to visit Nouakchott?
The best time to visit Nouakchott for sunny weather is January through May, July and September through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Nouakchott. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Nouakchott
The climate table of Nouakchott shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 32 | 37 | 35 | 35 | 30 | 29 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 22 | 25 | 25 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 18 | 18 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 0 | 0,6 | 0,7 | 0,5 | 0,9 | 4,7 | 11 | 21 | 13 | 2,1 | 1,1 | 0,5 |
| UV Index | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 |
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Nouakchott, Mauritania. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Nouakchott
Yearly Temperature in Nouakchott
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Nouakchott, Mauritania. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Nouakchott
Total Yearly Precipitation in Nouakchott
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Nouakchott, Mauritania. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Nouakchott
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Average weather in Nouakchott by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nouakchott. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.