Climate Insights for Fassalé

, Hodh ech Chargui, Mauritania

Hottest
May
42°C peak
Coldest
January
16°C low
Wettest
August
117mm rain
Best to Visit
January, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Fassalé is hot. The average annual temperature is 30°C and approximately 226mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 117mm of rainfall. Fassalé 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 16°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° 50° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 31° Average: 23° Min: 16° Feb Max: 34° Average: 26° Min: 18° Mar Max: 37° Average: 30° Min: 22° Apr Max: 40° Average: 33° Min: 25° May Max: 42° Average: 35° Min: 29° Jun Max: 40° Average: 35° Min: 29° Jul Max: 37° Average: 32° Min: 27° Aug Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 25° Sep Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 26° Oct Max: 38° Average: 31° Min: 25° Nov Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 21° Dec Max: 32° Average: 24° Min: 17°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Fassalé vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. May is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 42°C and an average of 35°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 23°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 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 1mm Feb Precipitation: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 1mm May Precipitation: 3mm Jun Precipitation: 14mm Jul Precipitation: 53mm Aug Precipitation: 117mm Sep Precipitation: 35mm Oct Precipitation: 3mm Nov Precipitation: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Fassalé is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 226mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 19mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 117mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 0mm. That's 117mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 19km/h Feb Wind Speed: 20km/h Mar Wind Speed: 20km/h Apr Wind Speed: 20km/h May Wind Speed: 19km/h Jun Wind Speed: 21km/h Jul Wind Speed: 19km/h Aug Wind Speed: 18km/h Sep Wind Speed: 17km/h Oct Wind Speed: 17km/h Nov Wind Speed: 18km/h Dec Wind Speed: 19km/h
Wind Speed

Fassalé is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/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 21km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 17km/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 Fassalé, which began on March 20, 2026. Fassalé 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 42°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 16°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 22 to 42°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 4mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 25 to 40°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 183mm for the season, averaging 61mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Stay hydrated, wear sun protection, and seek shade during the hottest hours of the day.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 21 to 38°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 38mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 16 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 1mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 26°
Mar 30°
Apr 33°
May 35°
Jun 35°
Jul 32°
Aug 29°
Sep 30°
Oct 31°
Nov 28°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Fassalé is during January and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 0mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 42°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 Fassalé 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
16 °C
31 °C
19 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
34 °C
20 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
22 °C
37 °C
20 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
40 °C
20 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
May
29 °C
42 °C
19 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Jun
29 °C
40 °C
21 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Jul
27 °C
37 °C
19 km/h
53 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
34 °C
18 km/h
117 mm
0 cm
Sep
26 °C
36 °C
17 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
38 °C
17 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
35 °C
18 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
32 °C
19 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Airpult

Get accurate weather forecasts worldwide with real-time updates and severe weather alerts. Covering 6M+ locations with precise, reliable weather data.

© 2026 Samuenti GmbH. All rights reserved.

gb English
Metric (°C, km/h)