Climate Insights for Néma

, Hodh ech Chargui, Mauritania

Hottest
May
42°C peak
Coldest
January
17°C low
Wettest
August
66mm rain
Best to Visit
January, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Néma is hot. The average annual temperature is 31°C and approximately 141mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 66mm of rainfall. Néma 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 17°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° 50° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 17° Feb Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 19° Mar Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 23° Apr Max: 40° Average: 34° Min: 27° May Max: 42° Average: 36° Min: 30° Jun Max: 42° Average: 36° Min: 30° Jul Max: 38° Average: 33° Min: 28° Aug Max: 36° Average: 31° Min: 26° Sep Max: 38° Average: 32° Min: 27° Oct Max: 39° Average: 33° Min: 27° Nov Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 23° Dec Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 19°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Néma 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 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 1mm May Precipitation: 2mm Jun Precipitation: 5mm Jul Precipitation: 35mm Aug Precipitation: 66mm Sep Precipitation: 30mm Oct Precipitation: 2mm Nov Precipitation: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Néma is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 141mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 12mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 66mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 0mm. That's 66mm 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: 23km/h Feb Wind Speed: 24km/h Mar Wind Speed: 23km/h Apr Wind Speed: 23km/h May Wind Speed: 21km/h Jun Wind Speed: 23km/h Jul Wind Speed: 23km/h Aug Wind Speed: 21km/h Sep Wind Speed: 18km/h Oct Wind Speed: 21km/h Nov Wind Speed: 22km/h Dec Wind Speed: 23km/h
Wind Speed

Néma is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 22km/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 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 18km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 6km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

90 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Néma, which began on March 20, 2026. Néma 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 17°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 90 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 42°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 3mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 42°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 106mm over the season and a monthly average of 35mm. Winds are moderate at around 22km/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 32mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 17 to 33°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 23km/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 34°
May 36°
Jun 36°
Jul 33°
Aug 31°
Sep 32°
Oct 33°
Nov 29°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Néma 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 Néma 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
17 °C
30 °C
23 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
33 °C
24 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
23 °C
36 °C
23 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
40 °C
23 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
May
30 °C
42 °C
21 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Jun
30 °C
42 °C
23 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Jul
28 °C
38 °C
23 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
Aug
26 °C
36 °C
21 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
Sep
27 °C
38 °C
18 km/h
30 mm
0 cm
Oct
27 °C
39 °C
21 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
35 °C
22 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Dec
19 °C
31 °C
23 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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