Weather & Climate in Dakhla, Western Sahara
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Dakhla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 1.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet.
Temperature
65°F Jan (18°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 68.7°F |
| 27% above US avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 67.6 sq mi (175.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,447/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 23.6848°N, 15.9580°W |
| Timezone | Africa/El_Aaiun |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | Wettest |
Dakhla has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 65°F in January to 73°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 1.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (0.6") and June the driest (0.0").