January weather forecast
Mauritania

January is one of the coldest months in Mauritania, nestled in the heart of the country's winter season. The mean temperatures fluctuate between 20°C (68°F) and 25°C (77°F) across the country, providing a much-needed respite from the usual high heat.

In the capital city Nouakchott, located on the Atlantic coast, the average temperature in January ranges from 15°C (59°F) to 25°C (77°F), providing a pleasant and moderate climate for visitors. The city of Atar, located in the interior desert region, experiences cooler nights with temperatures dropping to 13°C (55.4°F), but daytime temperatures can reach up to 28°C (82.4°F).

Rainfall is a rarity in Mauritania during January. Most of the country, including the desert areas in the north and the Sahelian zone in the south, receives virtually no precipitation this month. This is in stark contrast to the later months of July and August when the rainy season is in full swing.

When comparing January to the previous month, December, the temperature remains largely similar, with no significant fluctuations. However, looking forward to February, the country begins to gradually warm up, heralding the approach of the hot season which dominates the majority of the calendar year. Despite the relative coolness of January, it's worth noting that even the Mauritanian winter can present warm days, and the country's typical aridity persists.

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• Nouakchott - January »
  In Nouakchott in January, the average water temperature is 20°C (68°F). On the last day of January, in Nouakchott, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 18:57 GMT.
• Nouadhibou - January »
  January, March, October through December, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Nouadhibou. The months with the least sunshine in Nouadhibou are January, March, October through December, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine.
• Zouérat - January »
  In Zouérat, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 22°C (71.6°F) and reaching a low of 12°C (53.6°F). Zouérat notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 22°C (71.6°F) and a low of 12°C (53.6°F).
• Atar - January »
  January proves to be the coldest month in Atar recording an average maximum temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F) and a minimum temperature of 14.3°C (57.7°F). January offers the onset of a new year in Atar, Mauritania with welcoming temperatures ranging from 14.3°C (57.7°F) to 26.2°C (79.2°F).
• Akjoujt - January »
  January, February and December, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Akjoujt. January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Akjoujt.
• Aleg - January »
  Aleg's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and lows of 17.3°C (63.1°F). The least humid month in Aleg is January, with an average relative humidity of 17%.
• Boutilimit - January »
  In Boutilimit rain does not fall in January, March, November and December. In Boutilimit rain does not fall in January, March, November and December.
• Néma - January »
  In January, the weather in Néma is characterized by milder temperatures compared to upcoming months with high reaching 29.4°C (84.9°F) and lows plunging down to 16.1°C (61°F). January stands out as Néma's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 29.4°C (84.9°F) and a low-temperature of 16.1°C (61°F).