Chinguetti Mosque
Chinguetti, Mauritania
The Chinguetti Mosque is a historic mosque in Chinguetti, Mauritania, constructed from stone in the Moorish architectural style. It is part of the Ancient Ksour of Ouadane, Chinguetti, Tichitt and Oualata and is the second most looked-up sight in the country on English Wikipedia.
Planning a visit
The cooler months from November to February are the most comfortable for visiting Chinguetti. During this period, daily highs range between 22 °C and 28 °C, and rainfall is minimal. From May through September, daily highs consistently exceed 35 °C, reaching up to 39 °C in July and August. Rain is rare throughout the year, with the highest frequency occurring in August with about 4 rainy days.
To reach Chinguetti, travelers typically arrive via Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport, which is 447 km away, while Tazadit Airport in Zouérate is 255 km from the town. Chinguetti is located 462 km from the capital, Nouakchott. A visit here can be combined with trips to the other sites within the Ancient Ksour of Ouadane, Chinguetti, Tichitt and Oualata.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 39 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 22 | 26 | 29 | 33 | 35 | 38 | 39 | 39 | 37 | 34 | 28 | 24 |
| Average low, °C | 11 | 13 | 15 | 19 | 22 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 21 | 16 | 12 |
| Rainfall, mm | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
