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.
January in Nouadhibou brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 22°C (72°F) and nights dropping to 16°C (61°F). Rainfall is very low this month, averaging just 3.4 mm (0.1 in).
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48-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Nouadhibou typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 22°C (72°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 15°C (59°F).
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Based on weather observations in Nouadhibou between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
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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).
For Nouadhibou in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. With water temperatures around 18°C (64°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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