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Atar, Mauritania
Adrar · Mauritania
Atar is a mid-size city in Adrar, Mauritania with a population of 31,133. Elevation: 630 ft (192 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
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About Atar
Atar is the Zoroastrian concept of holy fire, sometimes described in abstract terms as "burning and unburning fire" or "visible and invisible fire". It is considered to be the visible presence of Ahura Mazda and his Asha through the eponymous Yazata. The rituals for purifying a fire are performed 1,128 times a year.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,133 |
| Population Density | 402 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 630 ft (192 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.5188°, -13.0464° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nouakchott |
| Country | 🇲🇷 Mauritania |
| State / Province | Adrar |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 94°F (34°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 2.3 inches (59 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Atar
Atar is a mid-size city in Mauritania (Adrar) with a population of 31,133. The city sits at an elevation of 630 feet (192 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 94°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nouakchott.
Climate in Atar
Atar has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 68 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.7°F |
| 53% above Mauritania avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 94°F (34°C) |
| Sunny Days | 332 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 630 ft (192 m) |
| Area | 77.5 sq mi (200.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 402/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.5188°N, 13.0464°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nouakchott |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 87°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 93°F (34°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 94°F (34°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 94°F (34°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 92°F (33°C) | 0.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 86°F (30°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in |
Atar has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 68°F in January to 94°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 2.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (0.9") and May the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Atar
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centre de formation professionnelle مركز التدريب المهني | College | — | — |
Schools in Atar
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collège de filles كلية البنات | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Atar مدرسة ثانوية أطار | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Atar
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Atar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Musée de Touezek t متحف تيوزكيت | ||||
| Musée Universitaire |
Libraries in Atar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance تحالف | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Atar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché d'Atar السوق أطار | |||||
| Marché سوق | |||||
| Place du Marché مكان السوق |
Hotels in Atar
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Atar
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Atar
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Atar
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Atar
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Atar
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Atar
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Atar
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Atar
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Atar International Airport | ATR | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Atar
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Mauripost مكتب البريد |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Atar
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Eglise كنيسة | |
| Grande Mosquée d'Atar المسجد الكبير أطار | |
| Mosquée Hamdi مسجد حمدي |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Atar
What is the population of Atar?
Atar has a population of 31,133 residents and is located in Mauritania. The population density is 402 people per square mile, spread across 77.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Atar?
Atar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 94°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.3 inches.