April weather forecastNouakchott, Mauritania

Weather in April

Nouakchott, Mauritania, welcomes April with even warmer temperatures, cementing the gradual rise in heat since the beginning of the year. The lack of rain and the steady increase in sunlight hours echo the morphing climate, sliding slowly into the hotter times of the year. With sea temperatures holding at 19°C (66.2°F), April is ideal for those who fancy a coastal holiday without the interference of rainfall. The desired consistency between March and April elevates the city's appeal to sun lovers. Looking forward to May, a notable increase in heat can be expected.

Temperature

The arrival of April marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.6°C (90.7°F) from March's 31.6°C (88.9°F). Nouakchott's April nights cool down significantly from the day's heat, to an average low-temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F).

Rainfall

In Nouakchott, rain does not fall in April and May.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater in Nouakchott are February through May, with an average sea temperature of 19°C (66.2°F).
Note: The majority of individuals find swimming in 19°C (66.2°F) to be unenjoyable. The difficulty in controlling breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of April in Nouakchott, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:24 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are March through May, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, an average UV index of 12 transforms into the following instructions:
Execute all crucial precautions. Warding off sun exposure is non-negotiable. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Frequent reapplication of a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen is vital every two hours or directly after a swim or an outdoor workout.