Climate Insights for Bouhdida

Aleg, Brakna, Mauritania

Hottest
May
41°C peak
Coldest
January
18°C low
Wettest
August
45mm rain
Best to Visit
January
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bouhdida is hot. The average annual temperature is 31°C and approximately 101mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 45mm of rainfall. Bouhdida is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, April. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° 50° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 18° Feb Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 20° Mar Max: 37° Average: 29° Min: 21° Apr Max: 40° Average: 32° Min: 25° May Max: 41° Average: 35° Min: 27° Jun Max: 41° Average: 35° Min: 28° Jul Max: 38° Average: 32° Min: 27° Aug Max: 37° Average: 32° Min: 27° Sep Max: 38° Average: 32° Min: 27° Oct Max: 39° Average: 33° Min: 27° Nov Max: 37° Average: 29° Min: 23° Dec Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 19°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Bouhdida vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. May is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 41°C and an average of 35°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 2mm Apr Precipitation: 0mm May Precipitation: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 2mm Jul Precipitation: 9mm Aug Precipitation: 45mm Sep Precipitation: 37mm Oct Precipitation: 6mm Nov Precipitation: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Bouhdida is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 101mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 45mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 45mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 23km/h Feb Wind Speed: 25km/h Mar Wind Speed: 24km/h Apr Wind Speed: 26km/h May Wind Speed: 25km/h Jun Wind Speed: 26km/h Jul Wind Speed: 26km/h Aug Wind Speed: 24km/h Sep Wind Speed: 22km/h Oct Wind Speed: 22km/h Nov Wind Speed: 22km/h Dec Wind Speed: 23km/h
Wind Speed

Bouhdida is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 24km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 22km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Bouhdida, which began on March 20, 2026. Bouhdida is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in May at around 41°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 18°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 21 to 41°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 2mm for the entire season. Winds are strong, averaging 25km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 27 to 41°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 56mm over the season and a monthly average of 19mm. Winds are strong, averaging 26km/h. Stay hydrated, wear sun protection, and seek shade during the hottest hours of the day.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 39°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 43mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 18 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 27°
Mar 29°
Apr 32°
May 35°
Jun 35°
Jul 32°
Aug 32°
Sep 32°
Oct 33°
Nov 29°
Dec 26°

The best time to visit Bouhdida is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 0mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 41°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bouhdida based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
18 °C
32 °C
23 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
34 °C
25 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
21 °C
37 °C
24 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
40 °C
26 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
41 °C
25 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jun
28 °C
41 °C
26 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Jul
27 °C
38 °C
26 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Aug
27 °C
37 °C
24 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Sep
27 °C
38 °C
22 km/h
37 mm
0 cm
Oct
27 °C
39 °C
22 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
37 °C
22 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Dec
19 °C
33 °C
23 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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