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Maghama, Mauritania
Gorgol · Mauritania
Maghama is a small city in Gorgol, Mauritania with a population of 13,898. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 86°F (30°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Maghama
Maghama is a department of Gorgol Region in Mauritania.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,898 |
| Population Density | 179 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.5101°, -12.8510° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nouakchott |
| Country | 🇲🇷 Mauritania |
| State / Province | Gorgol |
| Average Temperature | 86°F (30°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.7 inches (349 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maghama
Maghama is a small city in Mauritania (Gorgol) with a population of 13,898. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 86°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nouakchott.
Climate in Maghama
Maghama has an average annual temperature of 29.1°C (84°F). The hottest month is May (35.7°C), the coldest is Dec (23.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 797 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 85.7°F |
| 59% above Mauritania avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 311 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 77.8 sq mi (201.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 179/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.5101°N, 12.8510°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nouakchott |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 91°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 95°F (35°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 93°F (34°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 88°F (31°C) | 3.3 in | |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 85°F (30°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 88°F (31°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 83°F (29°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Maghama has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 76°F in January to 95°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 13.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Libraries in Maghama
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque des anciens manuscrits de Cheik Moussa Camara | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Maghama
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| marché Bédinki | |||||
| marché de wali | |||||
| Marché maghama | |||||
| marché Sithiane |
Airports Near Maghama
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bakel Airport | BXE | Medium Airport |
| Ouro Sogui Airport | MAX | Medium Airport |
| Kaédi Airport | KED | Small Airport |
| Sélibaby Airport | SEY | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Maghama?
Maghama has a population of 13,898 residents and is located in Mauritania. The population density is 179 people per square mile, spread across 77.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maghama?
Maghama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches.