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Néma, Mauritania

Hodh Ech Chargi · Mauritania

Néma is a mid-size city in Hodh Ech Chargi, Mauritania with a population of 60,000. Elevation: 873 ft (266 m). Average temperature: 86°F (30°C).

Data updated June 2026

60,000 Population 9,302/sq mi density
873 ft Elevation 266 meters
86°F Avg Temperature 30°C
8.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nouakchott Timezone

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About Néma

Néma

Néma is a town in southeastern Mauritania, close to the border with Mali. It is located at around 16°37′0″N 7°15′0″W at the eastern end of the Aoukar. It is the capital of Hodh Ech Chargui Region and of the Néma Department.

People

Population60,000
Density9,302/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp86°F (30°C)
Rain8.0 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Population60,000
Population Density9,302 / sq mi
Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Coordinates16.6170°, -7.2565°
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
Country🇲🇷 Mauritania
State / ProvinceHodh Ech Chargi
Average Temperature86°F (30°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation8.0 inches (204 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Néma

Néma is a mid-size city in Mauritania (Hodh Ech Chargi) with a population of 60,000. The city sits at an elevation of 873 feet (266 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 86°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nouakchott.

Climate in Néma

Néma 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 223 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.5
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.6
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 1.2
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 2.1
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 13.1
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 55.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 85.9
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 49.6
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 14.3
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.5
Néma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 321 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 8.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 873 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 89°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average85.7°F
59% above Mauritania avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Geography

Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density9,302/sq mi
Coordinates16.6170°N, 7.2565°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 8.0"
79% below Mauritania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.72"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
March 85°F (30°C) 0.1 in
April 91°F (33°C) 0.3 in
May 95°F (35°C) 0.3 in Warmest
June 93°F (34°C) 0.5 in
July 89°F (32°C) 2.1 in
August 86°F (30°C) 2.7 in Wettest
September 88°F (31°C) 1.7 in
October 90°F (32°C) 0.3 in
November 83°F (29°C) 0.1 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in

Néma has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 74°F in January to 95°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 8.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.7") and January the driest (0.0").

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Hotels in Néma

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Al Saada
Hôtel Sharq

Bus Stations in Néma

3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

El Velah Transport
Garage Oualata
Sonef

Airports Near Néma

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Néma AirportEMNSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Néma

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
La Grande Mosquée de Néma المسجد الكبير النعمة

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Nouakchott
Elevation
266 m (873 ft)
Area
16.7 km² (6.4 mi²)

Things to See Near Néma

12 places within 15 km

⛰️ Peaks (12)
  • • Ajeïjilé
  • • Amou Rachem Gaboun
  • • El Khcheïm
  • • El Khcheïmât
  • • Guelb Efenker
  • + 7 more

🇲🇷 About Mauritania

Capital Nouakchott
Population 4,403,319
Area 1,030,700 km²
GDP (USD) $10,726,838,461
GDP per capita $2,136
HDI 0.563
Life expectancy 68.5 years
Internet users 37.4%
Urban population 59.7%
Currency MRU (Ouguiya)
Languages Arabic
Calling code +222
TLD .mr
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Néma

What is the population of Néma?

Néma has a population of 60,000 residents and is located in Mauritania. The population density is 9,302 people per square mile, spread across 6.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Néma?

Néma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.0 inches.

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