Hodh El Gharbi weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Hodh El Gharbi, Mauritania. Like most weather services, we show Hodh El Gharbi at one spot: Ayoun El Atrous, its largest city. At 9:30 PM local time it was cloudy and 29°C (85°F). Light rain for 2 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.8 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out. Best months for weather: Nov–Feb.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 100%
- Chance of rain
- 8%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Light rain for 2 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.8 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Nov–FebOff season Apr–Sep
About Ayoun El Atrous weather
Is it raining in Ayoun El Atrous right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 29° right now. Light rain for 2 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.8 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out.
What’s the weather like in Ayoun El Atrous this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 33–39° and lows of 24–27°. Little rain is expected. The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Ayoun El Atrous lately?
Barely. The past 7 days were mostly dry, with 0.0 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Ayoun El Atrous?
For the coming week, bring light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Hodh El Gharbi weather by month
When is the best time to visit Hodh El Gharbi?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Hodh El Gharbi is Nov–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Apr–Sep tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 29°C (84°F) in January to 42°C (108°F) in May.
What is the rainiest month in Hodh El Gharbi?
August is the wettest month, with about 152 mm (6.0 in) of rain on average. December is the driest, with about 0 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Hodh El Gharbi?
May is the warmest, with average highs of 42°C (108°F) and lows of 27°C (81°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F).
Does Hodh El Gharbi have a rainy season?
Yes. Aug is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Oct–Jun is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Ayoun El Atrous), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Hodh El Gharbi
Weather can differ a lot within Hodh El Gharbi: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ayoun El Atrous | Nov–Feb | Aug | 29–42°C | 359 mm |
| Ṭinṭâne | Nov–Feb | Aug | 29–42°C | 376 mm |