March weather forecast
Nouakchott, Mauritania

The Nautique Grand Mosque in Nouakchott, Mauritania
The Nautique Grand Mosque in Nouakchott, Mauritania

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Nouakchott, is still a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.3°C (61.3°F) and an average high of 31.6°C (88.9°F).

Temperature

In Nouakchott, the average high-temperature in March is essentially the same as in February - a still hot 31.6°C (88.9°F). In March, the average low-temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F).

Rainfall

March is the last month it rains in Nouakchott, Mauritania. Throughout March, Nouakchott collects 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Nouakchott, 94mm (3.7") of rain is accumulated.

Sea temperature

February through May, with an average sea temperature of 19°C (66.2°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: For most, swimming in 19°C (66.2°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Nouakchott is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of March, in Nouakchott, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 19:17 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 12 translate into the following recommendations:
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. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be liberally applied and re-applied every two hours, and immediately after an outdoor workout or a swim.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Nouakchott?

In March, in Nouakchott, Mauritania, the average high-temperature is 31.6°C (88.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F).

What is the last month it rains in Nouakchott?

March is the last month it rains in Nouakchott, Mauritania. Throughout March, Nouakchott collects 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

What months are the sea coldest in Nouakchott?

The months with the coldest seawater in Nouakchott, Mauritania, are February through May, with an average sea temperature of 19°C (66.2°F).

What is the sea temperature in March in Nouakchott?

In March, the average sea temperature in Nouakchott, Mauritania, is 19°C (66.2°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 19°C (66.2°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Nouakchott have in March?

The average day length in March in Nouakchott is 12h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Nouakchott?

On the first day of March in Nouakchott, Mauritania, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 19:17 GMT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Nouakchott?

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Nouakchott?

In Nouakchott, Mauritania, the average sunshine duration in March is 9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Nouakchott?

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Nouakchott, Mauritania.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Nouakchott?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Nouakchott is 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in March
Nouakchott, Mauritania

Average temperature in March - Nouakchott, Mauritania
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (36.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (29.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.7°C).

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Average rainfall in March
Nouakchott, Mauritania

Average rainfall in March - Nouakchott, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall in March: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (36mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Nouakchott, Mauritania

Average rainfall days in March - Nouakchott, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall days in March: 0 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August and September (2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are March, April, May, June, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Nouakchott, Mauritania

Average sea temperature in March - Nouakchott, Mauritania
  • Average sea temperature in March: 19°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (27°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March, April and May (19°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Nouakchott, Mauritania

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Nouakchott, Mauritania
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 4min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h

The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h).

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Average UV index in March
Nouakchott, Mauritania

Average UV index in March - Nouakchott, Mauritania
  • Average UV index in March: 12

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 7).

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