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Magṭa‘ Laḥjar, Mauritania
Brakna · Mauritania
Magṭa‘ Laḥjar is a small city in Brakna, Mauritania with a population of 15,446. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 86°F (30°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 15,446 |
| Population Density | 326 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.5060°, -13.0927° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nouakchott |
| Country | 🇲🇷 Mauritania |
| State / Province | Brakna |
| Average Temperature | 86°F (30°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (33°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 6.0 inches (152 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Magṭa‘ Laḥjar
Magṭa‘ Laḥjar is a small city in Mauritania (Brakna) with a population of 15,446. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 86°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 92°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nouakchott.
Climate in Magṭa‘ Laḥjar
Magṭa‘ Laḥjar has an average annual temperature of 29.3°C (85°F). The hottest month is Jun (35.9°C), the coldest is Jan (22.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 413 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 86.0°F |
| 59% above Mauritania avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (33°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 47.3 sq mi (122.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 326/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.5060°N, 13.0927°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 (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 89°F (31°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 94°F (34°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 95°F (35°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| July | 92°F (33°C) | 1.3 in | |
| August | 90°F (32°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 91°F (33°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 90°F (32°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Magṭa‘ Laḥjar has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 73°F in January to 95°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 6.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.2") and January the driest (0.0").
Bus Stations in Magṭa‘ Laḥjar
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Magṭa‘ Laḥjar
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Letfotar Airport | MOM | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Magṭa‘ Laḥjar?
Magṭa‘ Laḥjar has a population of 15,446 residents and is located in Mauritania. The population density is 326 people per square mile, spread across 47.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Magṭa‘ Laḥjar?
Magṭa‘ Laḥjar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 92°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.0 inches.