Climate Insights for Magta-Lahjar
Brakna, Mauritania
Climate Overview
The climate in Magta-Lahjar is hot. The average annual temperature is 31°C and approximately 90 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 37 mm of rainfall. Magta-Lahjar is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, October. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 17°C.The climate in Magta-Lahjar is hot. The average annual temperature is 88°F and approximately 3.6 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 1.5 in of rainfall. Magta-Lahjar is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, October. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 63°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Magta-Lahjar vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. May is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 42°C and an average of 36°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 24°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.Temperatures in Magta-Lahjar vary considerably across the year, with a 45°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. May is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 108°F and an average of 96°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 63°F and an average of 76°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 23°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Magta-Lahjar is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 90 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 37 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 mm. That's 37 mm less than September, 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.Magta-Lahjar is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 3.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.3 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 1.5 in of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 in. That's 1.5 in less than September, 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
Magta-Lahjar is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 14km/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.Magta-Lahjar is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Magta-Lahjar is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 0 mm 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.The best time to visit Magta-Lahjar is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 0 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 108°F. 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 Magta-Lahjar 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Magta-Lahjar based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.