Birdwatch at Parc national du banc d'arguin
The degree of human influence at the Parc National du Banc d'Arguin is extremely low and makes it heaven for birds and a bucket list destination for bird lovers.
During January, Boutilimit experiences very high daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and cooler nights around 17°C (63°F). Rainfall is low, averaging just 2.9 mm (0.1 in) for the month.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit.
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47-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Boutilimit typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 30°C (86°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 16°C (61°F) to 19°C (66°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Boutilimit spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Find out more about the weather in Mauritania and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Mauritania in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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Birdwatch at Parc national du banc d'arguin
The degree of human influence at the Parc National du Banc d'Arguin is extremely low and makes it heaven for birds and a bucket list destination for bird lovers.
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