Climate Insights for Wadi an-Naqa

Trarza, Mauritania

Hottest
June
39°C peak101°F peak
Coldest
January
16°C low61°F low
Wettest
August
20 mm rain0.8 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Wadi an-Naqa is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 51 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 20 mm of rainfall. Wadi an-Naqa is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, May, October. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 16°C.The climate in Wadi an-Naqa is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 2 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 0.8 in of rainfall. Wadi an-Naqa is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, May, October. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 61°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 16°FebMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 18°MarMax: 33°Average: 25°Min: 19°AprMax: 35°Average: 28°Min: 21°MayMax: 37°Average: 30°Min: 23°JunMax: 39°Average: 31°Min: 25°JulMax: 35°Average: 29°Min: 24°AugMax: 35°Average: 30°Min: 26°SepMax: 37°Average: 31°Min: 26°OctMax: 37°Average: 31°Min: 25°NovMax: 34°Average: 27°Min: 21°DecMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 17°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 85°FAverage: 72°FMin: 61°FFebMax: 87°FAverage: 75°FMin: 64°FMarMax: 91°FAverage: 78°FMin: 66°FAprMax: 95°FAverage: 82°FMin: 71°FMayMax: 99°FAverage: 85°FMin: 74°FJunMax: 101°FAverage: 88°FMin: 78°FJulMax: 94°FAverage: 84°FMin: 76°FAugMax: 95°FAverage: 85°FMin: 78°FSepMax: 98°FAverage: 88°FMin: 80°FOctMax: 99°FAverage: 87°FMin: 78°FNovMax: 93°FAverage: 80°FMin: 70°FDecMax: 85°FAverage: 73°FMin: 63°F
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Temperatures in Wadi an-Naqa vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. June is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 39°C and an average of 31°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Wadi an-Naqa vary considerably across the year, with a 40°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. June is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 101°F and an average of 88°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 61°F and an average of 72°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 1mmAprPrecipitation: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 3mmJulPrecipitation: 3mmAugPrecipitation: 20mmSepPrecipitation: 16mmOctPrecipitation: 4mmNovPrecipitation: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 2mm
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Precipitation

Wadi an-Naqa is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 51 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 20 mm of rainfall. September and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 mm. 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.Wadi an-Naqa is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.2 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 0.8 in of rainfall. September and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 in. 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/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 19km/hFebWind Speed: 20km/hMarWind Speed: 19km/hAprWind Speed: 20km/hMayWind Speed: 20km/hJunWind Speed: 19km/hJulWind Speed: 19km/hAugWind Speed: 17km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 16km/hNovWind Speed: 16km/hDecWind Speed: 18km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12mphFebWind Speed: 12mphMarWind Speed: 12mphAprWind Speed: 12mphMayWind Speed: 13mphJunWind Speed: 12mphJulWind Speed: 12mphAugWind Speed: 11mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 11mph
Wind Speed

Wadi an-Naqa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 20km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Wadi an-Naqa is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 9mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan22°72°F
Feb24°75°F
Mar25°78°F
Apr28°82°F
May30°85°F
Jun31°88°F
Jul29°84°F
Aug30°85°F
Sep31°88°F
Oct31°87°F
Nov27°80°F
Dec23°73°F

The best time to visit Wadi an-Naqa is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 1 mm per month. By contrast, June can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 39°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Wadi an-Naqa is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 0 in per month. By contrast, June can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 101°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 Wadi an-Naqa 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 Wadi an-Naqa 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
16 °C61 °F
29 °C85 °F
19 km/h12 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C64 °F
31 °C87 °F
20 km/h12 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
19 °C66 °F
33 °C91 °F
19 km/h12 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
21 °C71 °F
35 °C95 °F
20 km/h12 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
May
23 °C74 °F
37 °C99 °F
20 km/h13 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
25 °C78 °F
39 °C101 °F
19 km/h12 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
24 °C76 °F
35 °C94 °F
19 km/h12 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
26 °C78 °F
35 °C95 °F
17 km/h11 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
26 °C80 °F
37 °C98 °F
15 km/h9 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
25 °C78 °F
37 °C99 °F
16 km/h10 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C70 °F
34 °C93 °F
16 km/h10 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
30 °C85 °F
18 km/h11 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in