Nouakchott Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The weather in Nouakchott changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 35°C (95°F) in October to a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 26°C (79°F) in October to 17°C (63°F) in January.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Nouakchott experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rainfall, generally receiving 52 mm (2 in) annually. The seasons in Nouakchott bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, September, receives low rainfall, with an average of 20 mm (0.8 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 2 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, April, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.2 mm (0.01 in) over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Nouakchott Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Nouakchott enjoys sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 9.5 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.3 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 18°C (64°F) in March to 26°C (79°F) in August.

Water temperature over the year

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Nouakchott.

The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 71%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 36%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s (4 knots) and 4 m/s (8 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in January and February and highest during June and July. What does this mean?

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)