August weather forecast
Nouakchott, Mauritania

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Nouakchott, Mauritania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°C (90.3°F) and 24.2°C (75.6°F).
The ideal sea water temperature of 26°C (78.8°F) and only 2 rainfall days, with 36mm (1.42") of accumulated rainfall, makes August the best time for swimming and other water activities.

Temperature

In Nouakchott, the average high-temperature in August is relatively the same as in July - a still hot 32.4°C (90.3°F). The average low-temperature, in August, is 24.2°C (75.6°F).

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Nouakchott is August, when the rain falls for 2 days and typically aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Nouakchott, the average seawater temperature in August is 26°C (78.8°F).
Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of August in Nouakchott, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 19:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:19 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8h.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Nouakchott. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 12 in August transform into the following instructions:
Practice all essential precautions. Protection against sun damage is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Even on cloudy days, a sunscreen with a minimum 30 sun protection factor should be generously applied and frequently re-applied, including after every swim or outdoor exercise. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.