Normal weather for Nouakchott in August

It's hot in August in Nouakchott 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.

In August, there is an average of 21 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.

Nouakchott in August		London
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	4 days	10 days

Start of August

The month of August starts in Nouakchott 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 Nouakchott 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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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 Nouakchott?

August isn’t a good time to be in Nouakchott. The average temperature of 37°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a pleasant stay.

Temperature records for Nouakchott in August

With 46°C, Nouakchott 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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Daily Temperature in August in Nouakchott

This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Nouakchott, 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.

Daily Precipitation in August in Nouakchott

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Nouakchott, 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 4 days of rain in Nouakchott.

Daily Precipitation in August in Nouakchott

Daily UV Index in August in Nouakchott

This chart shows the average daily UV index in August 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.

Temperature in August in Nouakchott Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in August in Nouakchott, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.

Total Precipitation in August in Nouakchott Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Nouakchott, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.

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Daily climate in August for Nouakchott

Click on a specific day in August for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Nouakchott. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

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.