Upcoming Weather Extremes in Morocco
As the autumn season approaches, Morocco is bracing itself for an exceptionally hot spell, particularly in regions such as Marrakech and Souss. The General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM) has issued an orange alert on September 22, 2026, warning of unstable weather conditions characterized by intense heat, strong winds, and thunderstorms. This alert is crucial for residents to prepare for the impending weather challenges.
Severe Temperatures and Thunderstorm Activity
According to the DGM's forecasts, temperatures are expected to soar between 38°C and 42°C on Tuesday and Wednesday, affecting several provinces including Chtouka-Aït Baha, Inezgane-Aït Melloul, Agadir-Ida-Ou-Tanane, Taroudant, Tarfaya, and Tan-Tan. In addition to the heat, an atmospheric instability is anticipated to bring about significant thunderstorms, with rainfall expected to reach between 20 to 25 mm. These storms may also be accompanied by hail and gusty winds, particularly impacting the provinces of Boujdour, Aousserd, and Oued Ed-Dahab from 2 PM to 11 PM on Tuesday.
This weather warning follows a week marked by extreme volatility in Moroccan weather patterns. Residents experienced a sweltering weekend with temperatures peaking at 38°C to 40°C across the interior plains and the Gharb region, including Kénitra, Sidi Kacem, Sidi Slimane, and Khémisset. Furthermore, the northern provinces, such as Tanger-Assilah and Fahs-Anjra, faced fierce winds with gusts reaching between 75 to 85 km/h, complicating travel conditions. Isolated but intense thunderstorms were noted throughout the previous week, particularly affecting the Atlas Mountains and southern provinces, leading to fluctuating temperatures and localized heavy rainfall.
As reported by article19.ma.
