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Kataouane

City in Hodh Ech Chargui, Mauritania

Overview

Kataouane is a remote town in the Hodh Ech Chargui region of Mauritania, serving as a local center for trade and transport. Characterized by its arid climate and traditional way of life, Kataouane offers an authentic glimpse into Saharan Mauritania.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Mauritania
Region
Hodh Ech Chargui
Population
Time Zone
Africa/Nouakchott
Coordinates
16.07°, -6.50°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
35
Female Safety
25
LGBTQ+ Safety
5
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$361
Local Cost
$192
Local Income
$30
Cashless
5
English
10
Temperature
28.3°C
Summer Avg
31.8°C
Winter Avg
21.9°C
Record High
45.5°C
Record Low
6.7°C
Humidity
32%
Precipitation
387 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.

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