Morocco is preparing for another spell of extreme heat, with temperatures expected to reach as high as 47°C in several parts of the country over the coming days. The Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) has issued an orange weather alert, warning of scorching conditions from Monday through Thursday.
The hottest weather is forecast in the southern provinces of Assa-Zag, Es-Semara, Tata, and Zagora, where temperatures are expected to range between 44°C and 47°C from Monday to Wednesday.
Several other regions will also experience exceptionally high temperatures. From Tuesday to Thursday, thermometers are expected to climb between 40°C and 44°C in Sidi Kacem, Khouribga, Settat, El Kalaa des Sraghna, Marrakech, Rehamna, Jerada, Taourirt, Khemisset, Youssoufia, Beni Mellal, Fquih Ben Salah, Khenifra, Boulemane, Guercif, Oujda-Angad, Taounate, Taza, Ouezzane, Taroudant and Tinghir.
Meanwhile, milder but still hot conditions, with temperatures ranging from 35°C to 40°C, are expected in the provinces of Essaouira, Driouch, Nador and Berkane during the first part of the week.
Some inland provinces, including Taza, Taroudant, Tinghir, Khouribga, Settat, Jerada and Beni Mellal, are also expected to record temperatures between 40°C and 44°C at the beginning of the heatwave.
Authorities are urging residents to take precautions by staying hydrated, avoiding prolonged exposure to the sun during peak afternoon hours and paying particular attention to vulnerable groups, including older adults, young children and people with chronic health conditions.
The latest alert follows a series of intense heatwaves that have affected Morocco throughout the summer. Rising temperatures continue to highlight the growing impact of extreme weather events and the importance of public health precautions during prolonged periods of excessive heat.
