Climate Insights for Wadi an-Naqa
Trarza, Mauritania
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
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
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
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
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.