AI-generatedNouadhibou at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Nov
- Warmest month
- Sep · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 22.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,290 h
- Rain a year
- 25 mm
- Climate
- Dry subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+0
- Elevation
- 16 m
Climate in Nouadhibou
Nouadhibou has a dry subtropical climate: mild to warm all year, with very little rain. September is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 23 °C. With around 3,290 hours of sunshine a year, Nouadhibou is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 10.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Nouadhibou
The best time to visit Nouadhibou is from June to November. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from August to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from October to July. Rain is a rarity all year: only 25 mm fall in an average year.
Nouadhibou through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Nouadhibou in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 24–26 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 9.6 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Nouadhibou in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 27–28 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 10.0 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Nouadhibou in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 26–30 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days in all
Nouadhibou in winter
Dec – Feb
Good
- 23–24 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Aug – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Oct – Jul
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: June – November
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 22°
- Midday, 13:00: about 28°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 28°
- Evening, 20:00: about 25°
- Night, 23:00: about 23°
07:0318:45
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:49–07:33 · evening 18:15–18:58
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:40–06:49 · evening 18:58–19:07
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Nouadhibou compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 29° at the start of the month to 27° at the end. The sea cools from 22° to 20°. The days get 0.6 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 29° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 21° | 19° |
| Sea | 22° | 20° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.4 h |
What is the weather like in Nouadhibou in October?
In October, Nouadhibou is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Nouadhibou.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 42 min07:03 – 18:45
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 14 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 28 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 30 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 6 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+0offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %57 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %93 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
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August has the better holiday weather in Nouadhibou: score 95 against 88. Daytime highs are about the same. The sea is 2 °C warmer in August. The sun shines an hour longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 88 | 95better |
| Daytime high | 28° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 21° | 21° |
| Sea | 21.0° | 22.7° |
| Sunshine | 8.6 h | 9.4 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 1 | 1 |
| Rainfall | 5 mm | 4 mm |
| Muggy days | 14better | 27 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Nouadhibou month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
63January23° · Sea 18° · 7.9 h
In January, Nouadhibou is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 17.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Nouadhibou.
Nouadhibou in January68February24° · Sea 18° · 8.4 h
In February, Nouadhibou is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 17.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Nouadhibou.
Nouadhibou in February75March24° · Sea 18° · 9.2 h
In March, Nouadhibou is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 18.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Nouadhibou.
Nouadhibou in March77April25° · Sea 18° · 9.4 h
In April, Nouadhibou is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 17.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Nouadhibou.
Nouadhibou in April78May26° · Sea 18° · 10.2 h
In May, Nouadhibou is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 17.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Nouadhibou.
Nouadhibou in May81June27° · Sea 19° · 10.4 h
In June, Nouadhibou is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 10.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 34 km/h. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Nouadhibou.
Nouadhibou in June88July27° · Sea 21° · 10.1 h
In July, Nouadhibou is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 20.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Nouadhibou.
Nouadhibou in July95August28° · Sea 23° · 9.4 h
In August, Nouadhibou is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 22.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Nouadhibou.
Nouadhibou in August95September30° · Sea 23° · 9.2 h
In September, Nouadhibou is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 22.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Nouadhibou.
Nouadhibou in September88October28° · Sea 21° · 8.6 h
In October, Nouadhibou is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Nouadhibou.
Nouadhibou in October81November26° · Sea 20° · 8.0 h
In November, Nouadhibou is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 19.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Nouadhibou.
Nouadhibou in November67December24° · Sea 19° · 7.4 h
In December, Nouadhibou is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Nouadhibou.
Nouadhibou in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Nouadhibou
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 21°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 14 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (16°), the warmest in September (22°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to October; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from November to June. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 86 days a year, mostly from July to September.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 63 | 23° | 16° | 17.9° | 7.9 h | 0 | 3 |
| FebruaryFeb | 68 | 24° | 16° | 17.9° | 8.4 h | 0 | 2 |
| MarchMar | 75 | 24° | 17° | 18.0° | 9.2 h | 0 | 2 |
| AprilApr | 77 | 25° | 17° | 17.8° | 9.4 h | 0 | 1 |
| MayMay | 78 | 26° | 18° | 17.9° | 10.2 h | 0 | 1 |
| JuneJun | 81 | 27° | 19° | 18.7° | 10.4 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 88 | 27° | 20° | 20.5° | 10.1 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 95 | 28° | 21° | 22.7° | 9.4 h | 1 | 4 |
| SeptemberSep | 95 | 30° | 22° | 22.7° | 9.2 h | 1 | 5 |
| OctoberOct | 88 | 28° | 21° | 21.0° | 8.6 h | 1 | 5 |
| NovemberNov | 81 | 26° | 19° | 19.6° | 8.0 h | 0 | 2 |
| DecemberDec | 67 | 24° | 17° | 18.6° | 7.4 h | 0 | 1 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
20.94° N, 17.04° W · 16 m · Africa/Nouakchott
Sea temperature in Nouadhibou
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.4 – 22.5 °C
Swimming season: Jul – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Nouadhibou ranges from 17.8 °C in April to 22.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to October.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 21.2 and 23.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 17.9° | 17.1° | 19.0° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 17.9° | 17.0° | 18.8° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 18.0° | 17.0° | 18.8° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 17.8° | 17.1° | 18.5° | fresh |
| MayMay | 17.9° | 17.4° | 18.5° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 18.7° | 17.9° | 19.4° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 20.5° | 19.6° | 21.1° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 22.7° | 21.2° | 23.7° | refreshing |
| SeptemberSep | 22.7° | 21.0° | 24.0° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 21.0° | 19.4° | 22.5° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.6° | 17.6° | 20.9° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 18.6° | 17.3° | 19.7° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Nouadhibou
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 8.6 of 11.7 hours of daylight in Nouadhibou, 74 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Nouadhibou: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Nouadhibou has about one rainy day with 5 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Nouadhibou
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 9 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in July (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 35 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Nouadhibou
How breezy and how cloudy Nouadhibou is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Nouadhibou typically peaks at 28 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 30 % of the sky over Nouadhibou: mostly sunny, with about 8.6 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Nouadhibou
How often the day gets hot in Nouadhibou (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Nouadhibou has about 6 hot days, with an average daytime high of 28 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
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Nouadhibou in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Nouadhibou has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 65).
- 76
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 9.3 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 79
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 10.2 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 93
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 9.6 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
- 88
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 65
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 4 h 55 min
- Distance
- 3,690 km
- Time zone
- UTC+0
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Nouadhibou vs Dakhla
In October the holiday weather in Nouadhibou and Dakhla is about equally good (score 88 vs 86). During the day Dakhla is 1 °C warmer than Nouadhibou. The sea is about equally warm. Dakhla gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Nouadhibou | Dakhla |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 88 | 86 |
| Daytime high | 28° | 29° |
| Sea | 21° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 1 | 1 |
| Best time | Jun – Nov | Mar – Dec |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Nouadhibou
When is the best time to visit Nouadhibou?
The best time to visit Nouadhibou is from June to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Nouadhibou?
The sea temperature in Nouadhibou ranges from 17.8 °C in April to 22.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to October.
Can you swim in Nouadhibou in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Nouadhibou?
September is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 23 °C.
When does it rain most in Nouadhibou?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 25 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Nouadhibou get?
Nouadhibou gets around 3,290 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 10.4 hours a day; in December there are 7.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Nouadhibou in?
Nouadhibou is on UTC all year.
How long is the flight from London to Nouadhibou?
A nonstop flight from London to Nouadhibou takes about 4 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,690 km.
Which school holidays are best for Nouadhibou?
Nouadhibou has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 65). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 76, May half-term 79, summer holidays 93, October half-term 88, Christmas holidays 65.