Nouakchott weather in September

September in Nouakchott: sweltering, dry, with poor air quality — a fair time to visit.

#12 of 12 months in Nouakchott · #543 of 604 destinations to visit in September · comfort 56/100 (tier D)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Nouakchott climate normals — September

Daytime high35°C / 95°F🔥 sweltering
Nighttime low27°C / 80°F
Feels like (high)38°C / 100°F
Rainfall6 mm / 0.2 in☀️ dry
Rainy days3 days
Humidity60%💧 humid
Dew point21°C / 70°F
Sunshine11.2 h/day
Daylight12.2 h
Wind25 km/h / 16 mph
Air quality (US AQI)118😷 poor

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Nouakchott in September — FAQ

Is September a good time to visit Nouakchott?
September in Nouakchott: sweltering, dry, with poor air quality — a fair time to visit. It ranks #12 of 12 months for Nouakchott on SeasonMap's comfort score (56/100).
What is the weather like in Nouakchott in September?
In September, Nouakchott averages a daily high of 34.9°C and a low of 26.6°C, with about 6.3 mm of rain over roughly 2.8 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Nouakchott in September?
Nouakchott has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 118 in September.

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