Driest Cities in Mauritania

Top 58 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Mauritania

1 Nouadhibou 08 1.0"

2 Zouérat 11 1.7"

3 Akjoujt 12 2.1"

4 Atar 07 2.3"

5 Nouakchott 3.4"

6 Dar Naim 14 3.4"

7 Ksar 13 3.4"

8 Tevragh Zeina 13 3.4"

9 Tidjikja 09 3.7"

10 Ouad Naga 06 3.8"

11 Boutilimitt 06 4.8"

12 Oualata 01 5.4"

13 El Ghayra 09 5.7"

14 Magṭa‘ Laḥjar 05 6.0"

15 Mederdra 06 6.5"

16 Guerou 03 6.5"

17 Aleg 05 6.7"

18 R'kiz 06 6.9"

19 Bouhdida 05 7.3"

20 Ayoun El Atrous 02 7.8"

21 Rosso 06 8.0"

22 Néma 01 8.0"

23 Dar el Barka 05 8.2"

24 Elghabra 03 8.4"

25 Tékane 06 8.4"

26 Bogué 05 8.5"

27 Kiffa 03 8.7"

28 Ndiago 06 8.8"

29 Bababé 05 8.9"

30 Ṭinṭâne 02 8.9"

31 Lexeiba Un 04 9.5"

32 Basseknou 01 9.6"

33 Ganki Un 04 9.6"

34 Mboutt 04 9.7"

35 Tembedgha 01 9.8"

36 Mbera 01 9.9"

37 Bagodine 05 10.1"

38 Fondé Elimane 05 10.1"

39 Amourj 01 10.2"

40 Bougadoum 01 10.6"

41 Djowol 04 10.8"

42 Kaédi 04 10.9"

43 Kankossa 03 11.6"

44 Vassala 01 11.7"

45 Djiguenni 01 11.9"

46 Bousteila 01 11.9"

47 Bouanzé 10 12.2"

48 Kobenni 02 12.2"

49 Maghama 04 13.7"

50 Ould Yenjé 10 13.9"

51 El ’Ayoûn 03 14.3"

52 Hassi Chegar 10 15.4"

53 Bouly 10 16.5"

54 Sagné 04 17.7"

55 Sélibaby 10 18.3"

56 Wali Djantang 04 18.5"

57 Diaguily 10 20.3"

58 Diogountourou 10 21.4"

The driest cities in Mauritania receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Nouadhibou receives just 1.0 inches of precipitation annually.

Dry climates offer benefits including more sunny days, less seasonal affective disorder, lower humidity, and reduced mold and allergen concerns. These cities are often located in the desert Southwest or other arid regions with dramatic natural landscapes.

Water management is a critical concern for the driest cities, many of which rely on distant water sources, desalination, or strict conservation measures. As populations grow in these areas, sustainable water use and drought resilience become increasingly important priorities.

Did You Know?

1. Nouadhibou gets just 1.0" of precipitation per year — less than many cities get in a single month.
2. Most of the driest cities are in the desert Southwest, where evaporation often exceeds precipitation by a factor of 10 or more.
3. Water conservation is a way of life in these cities, with many implementing xeriscaping requirements and water usage restrictions.

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