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Bousteila, Mauritania
Hodh Ech Chargi · Mauritania
Bousteila is a small city in Hodh Ech Chargi, Mauritania with a population of 7,520. Elevation: 896 ft (273 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bousteila
Bousteila is a commune and town in Mauritania. It is located in the Timbedra department within the south-eastern region of Hodh Ech Chargui.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,520 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 896 ft (273 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.5754°, -8.0856° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nouakchott |
| Country | 🇲🇷 Mauritania |
| State / Province | Hodh Ech Chargi |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 11.9 inches (303 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bousteila
Bousteila is a small city in Mauritania (Hodh Ech Chargi) with a population of 7,520. The city sits at an elevation of 896 feet (273 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nouakchott.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.7°F |
| 55% above Mauritania avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 896 ft (273 m) |
| Area | 306.5 sq mi (793.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.5754°N, 8.0856°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nouakchott |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 90°F (32°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 93°F (34°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 92°F (33°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 86°F (30°C) | 3.4 in | |
| August | 83°F (29°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 87°F (30°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in |
Bousteila has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 73°F in January to 93°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 11.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Farmers Markets in Bousteila
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché aux bestiaux سوق الماشية |
Airports Near Bousteila
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dahara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Timbedra Airport | TMD | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Bousteila?
Bousteila has a population of 7,520 residents and is located in Mauritania. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 306.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bousteila?
Bousteila has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.9 inches.