Temperatures in August
It's hot in August in Mauritania with an average temperature of 37°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 36°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 29°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Mauritania in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Mauritania with hot temperatures, averaging around 37°C during the day and nights close to 28°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature rises to around 38°C, with nights close to 28°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Mauritania will be around 38°C, with nights close to 28°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 21 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The precipitation chance averages 10% per day this month.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for Mauritania. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Mauritania in August |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
37°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
38°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
36°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
21 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
3 days | 10 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Mauritania?
August isn’t a good time to be in Mauritania. The average temperature of 37°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a pleasant stay.
Temperature records for Mauritania in August
With 46°C, Mauritania hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 22°C to a high of 33°C.
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The climate of Mauritania is based on weather data from Nouakchott. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Mauritania for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in August in Mauritania
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Mauritania, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in August in Mauritania
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Daily Precipitation in August in Mauritania
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Mauritania, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 3 days of rain in Mauritania.
Daily UV Index in August in Mauritania
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Mauritania, 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.
Temperature in August in Mauritania Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Mauritania, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Mauritania Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Mauritania, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for Mauritania
Click on a specific day in August for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Mauritania. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in August in Mauritania
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The sun is relentless and causes high temperatures. In the afternoon, the sand can get quite hot. For heat lovers, this is fine, but for others it can be a hassle.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Mauritania by Month
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