What is the current water temperature in Nouakchott?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Nouakchott?

As of now, in Nouakchott, the water temperature is 19.06°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Nouakchott

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Nouakchott. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

66.3

°F

May 20, 11:37

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

68.4°F

Tomorrow:

66.2°F

Sunrise:

06:29

Sunset:

19:32

Day Length:

13 h. 3 min.

Nouakchott in May

Minimum:

63.2°F

Average:

66.2°F

Maximum:

68.8°F

Sea water temperature in Nouakchott today

As of now, in Nouakchott, the water temperature is 66.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 0.9°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 72.6°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 64.2°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 66.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Nouakchott

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 6	64.7°F	70.0°F	66.8°F
May 7	65.5°F	72.0°F	66.8°F
May 8	66.8°F	70.2°F	67.0°F
May 9	66.4°F	70.2°F	66.9°F
May 10	66.9°F	69.7°F	66.4°F
May 11	68.1°F	69.2°F	66.0°F
May 12	68.7°F	69.5°F	66.3°F
May 13	67.4°F	68.4°F	66.3°F
May 14	65.5°F	67.7°F	66.1°F
May 15	66.7°F	68.5°F	66.3°F
May 16	68.0°F	70.1°F	67.1°F
May 17	68.3°F	69.8°F	67.0°F
May 18	67.9°F	68.3°F	66.9°F
May 19	68.4°F	69.7°F	67.1°F
May 20	66.3°F	68.8°F	67.2°F
May 21	66.2°F	68.9°F	67.1°F
May 22	65.9°F	67.8°F	66.8°F
May 23	66.4°F	67.0°F	67.2°F
May 24	65.8°F	68.0°F	66.7°F
May 25	66.3°F	68.4°F	67.1°F
May 26	66.4°F	67.6°F	67.3°F
May 27	66.8°F	69.4°F	67.7°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Nouakchott by month

In Nouakchott, the months July through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 145 swimming days.

The warmest water in Nouakchott was recorded on September 4, 2023, reaching a 87.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 12, 2018, dipping to 60.4°F. The average readings by season are 66.4°F in Winter, 66.6°F in Spring, 77.3°F in Summer, and 78.5°F in Autumn.