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Nouadhibou, Mauritania
Dakhlet Nouadhibou · Mauritania
Nouadhibou is a large city in Dakhlet Nouadhibou, Mauritania with a population of 146,048. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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About Nouadhibou
Nouadhibou, formerly named Port-Étienne, is the second largest city in Mauritania and serves as a major commercial center. The city has about 173,000 inhabitants. It is situated on a 65-kilometre peninsula or headland called Ras Nouadhibou, Cap Blanc, or Cabo Blanco, of which the western side has the city of La Güera. Nouadhibou is consequently located merely a couple of kilometers from the border between Mauritania and Western Sahara. Its current mayor is Elghassem Ould Bellali, who was installed on 15 October 2018.
People
Climate
| Population | 146,048 |
| Population Density | 11,731 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.9419°, -17.0384° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nouakchott |
| Country | 🇲🇷 Mauritania |
| State / Province | Dakhlet Nouadhibou |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.0 inches (26 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nouadhibou
Nouadhibou is a large city in Mauritania (Dakhlet Nouadhibou) with a population of 146,048. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nouakchott.
Climate in Nouadhibou
Nouadhibou has an average annual temperature of 23.3°C (74°F). The hottest month is Sep (27.2°C), the coldest is Jan (20.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 24 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.8°F |
| 29% above Mauritania avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 334 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 12.5 sq mi (32.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 11,731/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.9419°N, 17.0384°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nouakchott |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in |
Nouadhibou has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 65°F in January to 75°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 1.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.2") and May the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Nouadhibou
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| École Nationale d'Enseignement Maritime et des Pêches المدرسة الوطنية للنقل البحري والثروة السمكية التعليم | University | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Nouadhibou
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de Nouadhibou سوق نواذيبو |
Hotels in Nouadhibou
14 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nouadhibou
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nouadhibou
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Nouadhibou
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nouadhibou
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nouadhibou
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nouadhibou
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Nouadhibou
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nouadhibou
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nouadhibou International Airport | NDB | Large Airport |
| Guerguerat Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nouadhibou
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église de la Mission Catholique | |
| Masjid al-Rizhwan | |
| مسجد الرحمن |
Quick Facts
Around Nouadhibou
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Nouadhibou
1 places within 15 km
- • Sphinx de la baie de l'Etoile
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What is the population of Nouadhibou?
Nouadhibou has a population of 146,048 residents and is located in Mauritania. The population density is 11,731 people per square mile, spread across 12.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nouadhibou?
Nouadhibou enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.0 inches.