Record Temperatures Across Morocco Amid Ongoing Heatwave
The General Directorate of Meteorology in Morocco has reported that twelve cities experienced temperatures exceeding 40°C on Friday, July 17, 2026. Taourirt topped the list, recording a staggering 46°C, followed closely by Oujda at 45.7°C and Zagora at 43.5°C. Notably, the Taza airport registered 43.2°C, while other cities like Béni Mellal reached 41.7°C, Errachidia 40.7°C, and Tétouan slightly lower at 40.3°C.
Additional cities that reported high temperatures include Es-Semara and Taroudant, both at 40.2°C, and Bouarfa at 40.1°C. Marrakech was recorded at exactly 40°C, while Ouarzazate followed with 39.6°C and Chefchaouen at 39.4°C. Lower temperatures were noted in Nador and Benguerir at 38.8°C. The cooler regions included Lalla Takerkoust with 37.7°C and Khouribga at 37.3°C. Other notable mentions were Sidi Slimane at 36.8°C, Fès-Saïss at 35.7°C, and Meknès at 35.2°C.
This weekend, the heat is expected to persist, particularly in areas like the Oriental region, the Moulouya Valley, Saïss, and the Souss region, with localities in the southeast and southern provinces also experiencing high temperatures. Coastal areas may see some low clouds and fog in the early morning, but the minimum temperatures are expected to remain mild, ranging from 25°C to 32°C in eastern and southern regions, while cooler spots in the Atlas mountains will experience temperatures between 12°C and 18°C.
As the weekend progresses, high temperatures will continue to dominate the weather forecast, especially in regions such as the Oriental and the Moulouya Valley, with some slight fluctuations expected. The beginning of the week will see a gradual increase in temperatures before a decline towards the end of the week. Cumulus clouds may develop in the afternoons over the Atlas and Rif mountains. Winds will remain moderately strong, stirring up dust in the Oriental, Atlas, and southern regions.
In light of these extreme temperatures, health authorities recommend that residents stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water and avoiding direct sunlight, particularly between the hours of 11 AM and 5 PM, to reduce the risk of heat-related illnesses.
As reported by fr.le360.ma.
