Weather in Mauritanie in mai
Country-wide climate normals across 15 cities in Mauritanie.
How Hot Is Mauritanie in mai?
Mauritanie's May brings extreme heat to most regions — typical highs of 38°C, with the hottest cities at 43°C.
Sunshine in Mauritanie in mai
Long, bright days define Mauritanie in May. The capital averages 10.1h of direct sunlight, and the sun rises around 6:30 am and sets near 7:30 pm. Clear skies are the norm across most regions, with warmer southern or coastal areas seeing slightly more than the national average.
Does It Rain In Mauritanie In mai?
Mauritanie stays largely rain-free in May — Nouakchott averages just 2mm across 0 days, with similar arid conditions across most of the country. Long dry stretches are the norm, and the brief showers that do appear are typically over within hours. Plan around abundant sunshine rather than rain in nearly every region.
Is Mauritanie Humid In mai?
Mauritanie has low humidity in May — averaging 30% across Nouakchott, with the drier inland and desert regions seeing even less. The crisp dry air makes temperatures feel cooler than the thermometer suggests, and outdoor activity is comfortable even when the sun is strong. Most regions share this dry-air pattern.
Wind In Mauritanie In mai
Persistent breeze shapes Mauritanie's May: 26 kph in Nouakchott, with consistent wind across the country. The conditions are ideal for sailing and other wind sports, but can be disruptive for fine outdoor work.
Cloud Cover In Mauritanie In mai
Mauritanie sees mostly clear skies in May — averaging 16% cloud cover in Nouakchott, with similarly clear conditions across most regions. Days are reliably bright; occasional thin cloud bands pass through but the dominant pattern is open sky.