April weather forecast
Mauritania

April in Mauritania represents the progression of spring and is characterized by a marked increase in temperature. This transition towards the scorching summer months becomes more apparent as the days grow hotter.

In the capital city Nouakchott, average temperatures for April fluctuate from 19°C (66.2°F) to 33°C (91.4°F), providing relatively moderate conditions due to the moderating influence of the Atlantic Ocean. Meanwhile, Atar, located within the interior desert region, witnesses more dramatic swings in temperature during this month, with lows near 20°C (68°F) and peak daytime highs that can reach a sizzling 38°C (100.4°F).

Despite the rising temperatures, April, like the preceding months, continues to see little to no rainfall across the country. Both the desert regions in the north and the Sahelian zone in the south remain dry, with the anticipated rainy season still a few months away.

When compared to March, April experiences a significant rise in temperatures, further amplifying the prevailing hot conditions. As Mauritania heads into May, these temperatures will continue to climb, reaching their peak during the heart of the Mauritanian summer. The increasing heat makes April a challenging month for travel and exploration, especially in the inland and northern desert regions.

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• Nouakchott - April »
  On the first day of April sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 19:17. In Nouakchott the average seawater temperature in April is 19°C (66.2°F).
• Nouadhibou - April »
  The months with the least rainfall in Nouadhibou are January, March, April and December Rain falls for 1.8 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain. On the last day of April, in Nouadhibou, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:32 GMT.
• Zouérat - April »
  On the first day of April in Zouérat, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 19:05. On the first day of April in Zouérat, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 19:05.
• Atar - April »
  As March turns into April in Atar the average high-temperatures rest at a fiery hot 35.1°C (95.2°F), showing a minor variation from the prior month. Atar experiences a significant downturn from peak daytime temperatures throughout April, with the average low-temperature dipping to a pleasant 21.7°C (71.1°F).
• Akjoujt - April »
  On the first day of April in Akjoujt sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:11. On the first day of April in Akjoujt, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:11.
• Aleg - April »
  April in Aleg stands out as a bright month filled with ample sunshine hours and ever-increasing daylight durations. On the last day of April, in Aleg, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:15 GMT.
• Boutilimit - April »
  April is the first month it rains in Boutilimit. April is the first month it rains in Boutilimit.
• Néma - April »
  With an average relative humidity of 12%, April is the least humid month in Néma, Mauritania. In Néma, Mauritania, in April, it is raining for 1.2 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation.