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Temperature in Mauritania in January

January in Mauritania has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from pleasant in Nouadhibou with 22°C to very high temperatures in Boutilimit with 30°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C in Boutilimit and 16°C in Nouadhibou. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Mauritania in January?

Curious about the January temperatures in the prime spots of Mauritania? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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  • What is the warmest city in January in Mauritania?
    • Based on our systematic data collection, Boutilimit has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 30°C, while at night is goes down to an approximate temperature of 17°C."

  • What is the coldest city in January in Mauritania?
    • The coldest city in January in Mauritania is Nouadhibou when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 22°C and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around 16°C.

  • How much sun does Mauritania get in January?
    • Nouakchott enjoys close to 231 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.

  • What is the water's temperature in January?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 19°C in Nouakchott this month, so still a bit cool to swim but some enjoy a chilly dive.

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