Mauritania

Nouadhibou

Nouadhibou sits on a peninsula in western Mauritania and is the country's second-largest city after the capital, Nouakchott. Fishing thrives here, and the city also serves as the terminus of the railway that carries iron ore.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Gateway airport: Nouadhibou International Airport (NDB)
Best season: Apr–Jul, Nov–Dec
Time zone: Africa/Nouakchott
Sights covered: 1 place

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Temples & religious sites

Nouadhibou Mosque

Located in Nouadhibou, this mosque draws attention with its distinctive rounded dome. Set against the backdrop of this Atlantic port city, it's a good spot to pause and admire its striking silhouette.

Average temperature by month

5-year average

20° Jan

21° Feb

20° Mar

21° Apr

21° May

23° Jun

23° Jul

25° Aug

26° Sep

25° Oct

23° Nov

21° Dec

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