MauritaniaThe weather in January in Nouakchott
It's warm in January in Nouakchott with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 18°C.
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Nouakchott. The temperatures are nice, and there’s no rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Nouakchott, Mauritania. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2016, Nouakchott reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is no precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in January for Nouakchott
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Nouakchott. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Nouakchott | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 0 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Nouakchott with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 29°C, with nights around 17°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Nouakchott is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Nouakchott, Mauritania. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Nouakchott
Temperature in January in Nouakchott over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January 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.
Daily Precipitation in January in Nouakchott
Total precipitation in January in Nouakchott over the years
Daily UV index in January in Nouakchott
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Nouakchott, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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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.