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Ait Ourir, Morocco

Marrakesh-Safi · Morocco

Ait Ourir is a mid-size city in Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco with a population of 42,705. Elevation: 2,201 ft (671 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

42,705 Population 7,821/sq mi density
2,201 ft Elevation 671 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
13.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone

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About Ait Ourir

Ait Ourir

Ait Ourir is a town and municipality in Al Haouz Province, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco. At the time of the 2004 census, the commune had a total population of 20,005 people living in 3767 households. The town lies on the northern bank of the Ourika River, 29.8 kilometres (18.5 mi) by road to the northwest of Tighedouine and 33.3 kilometres (20.7 mi) east of the city centre of Marrakesh.

People

Population42,705
Density7,821/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain13.9 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation2,201 ft (671 m)
Population42,705
Population Density7,821 / sq mi
Elevation2,201 ft (671 m)
Coordinates31.5652°, -7.6616°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceMarrakesh-Safi
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation13.9 inches (354 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ait Ourir

Ait Ourir is a mid-size city in Morocco (Marrakesh-Safi) with a population of 42,705. The city sits at an elevation of 2,201 feet (671 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Casablanca.

Climate in Ait Ourir

Ait Ourir has an average annual temperature of 17°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.7°C), the coldest is Jan (8.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 232 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 8.1°C / 47°F -1.4° / 21.6° 16.7
Feb 10.1°C / 50°F -0.2° / 23.6° 29.0
Mar 11.7°C / 53°F 0.6° / 26.9° 46.3
Apr 14.4°C / 58°F 2.4° / 29.2° 22.8
May 19.4°C / 67°F 5.4° / 34.7° 7.8
Jun 22.1°C / 72°F 9.1° / 37.3° 21.1
Jul 27.7°C / 82°F 14.1° / 39.7° 12.4
Aug 27.5°C / 81°F 14.6° / 40° 4.2
Sep 22.5°C / 73°F 11.1° / 35.8° 9.0
Oct 18.4°C / 65°F 6.8° / 32.6° 17.7
Nov 13.1°C / 55°F 2.6° / 26.3° 20.2
Dec 9.7°C / 49°F 0.3° / 22.6° 25.2
Ait Ourir enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 311 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 13.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,201 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above Morocco avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,201 ft (671 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.1 km²)
Population Density7,821/sq mi
Coordinates31.5652°N, 7.6616°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.9"
63% below Morocco avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 2.01"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 2, 2024.

Sep 8, 2023 Al Haouz, Morocco M6.8 89 km
Sep 8, 2023 50 km WSW of Oukaïmedene, Morocco M4.9 88 km
Aug 31, 2014 65 km N of Taroudant, Morocco M4.8 120 km
Sep 14, 2023 52 km WSW of Oukaïmedene, Morocco M4.6 91 km
Jan 2, 2024 26 km N of Ifrane, Morocco M4.3 126 km
Sep 13, 2023 62 km NE of Taroudant, Morocco M4.2 106 km
Sep 10, 2023 57 km WSW of Oukaïmedene, Morocco M4.2 93 km
Jan 15, 2004 56 km NNE of Taroudant, Morocco M4.1 119 km
Mar 29, 2000 37 km SSE of Beni Mellal, Morocco M4.0 148 km
Aug 2, 2007 66 km E of Essaouira, Morocco M4.0 134 km
Sep 30, 2023 59 km WSW of Oukaïmedene, Morocco M4.0 98 km
Sep 12, 2023 60 km WSW of Oukaïmedene, Morocco M4.0 97 km
Jul 3, 2004 46 km W of Ouarzazat, Morocco M3.9 83 km
May 16, 1991 12 km NE of Setti Fatma, Morocco M3.8 30 km
Sep 29, 2009 38 km WSW of Khouribga, Morocco M3.8 132 km
Oct 9, 1993 15 km NE of Setti Fatma, Morocco M3.1 26 km
Oct 24, 1993 77 km N of Taroudant, Morocco M2.9 133 km
Nov 14, 2000 45 km NNW of Ouarzazat, Morocco M2.8 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
March 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in Wettest
April 62°F (16°C) 2.0 in
May 67°F (19°C) 1.0 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in
October 67°F (19°C) 1.3 in
November 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in
December 51°F (11°C) 1.8 in

Ait Ourir has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 50°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 13.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.0") and July the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Ait Ourir

Institution Type Founded Website
Lycée Qualifiant Abttih Ait Ourir College

Schools in Ait Ourir

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ecole KARS
Middle School Moulay Rachid
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Radio Stations near Ait Ourir

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Marrakechplus MP3 128 kbps
Ness Radio eclectic MP3 256 kbps
Radio Atbir MP3

Museums in Ait Ourir

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ecomuseé Berbere
Foundation Montresso - Jardim Rouge
Petit Musée
Woven History Museum

Farmers Markets in Ait Ourir

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Big souk every MONDAY ALL DAY LONG
Food Market
Souk sebt
Souk Tnine Ourika
Super Marché

Hotels in Ait Ourir

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

chez l'habitant
Coq Hardi
Hotel Atlas Resorts
Le Coq Hardi Hotel
Villa Diaf Johanne

Restaurants in Ait Ourir

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Borjel Baraka
Cafe Restaurant Ard Salam
Espace Ghali
Le Coq Hardi Hotel
Ola Crepe
Restaurant Menzah Ait Ourir
Restaurant Oued Ezzat

Cafes in Ait Ourir

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ahnouch
Aya
Cafe Atlas
Cafe Atlas

Clinics in Ait Ourir

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MA #3915429234

Gas Stations in Ait Ourir

10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Afriquia
Inov
MA #13586889601
MA #5322818488
MA #7297371973
Oilibya
Shell
Station samir
Winxo
Winxo

Ski Resorts Near Ait Ourir

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Oukaimden ski resort 0.0 $0

Airports Near Ait Ourir

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Marrakesh Menara AirportRAKLarge Airport
Ben Guerir Air BaseSmall Airport
Sidi Zouine AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ait Ourir

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ait Ourir

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ait Ourir

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mosquée KARS
Mosquée TAYIDRINE
مسجد الغفران

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Casablanca

🇲🇦 About Morocco

Capital Rabat
Population 36,029,138
Area 446,550 km²
GDP (USD) $146,036,093,667
GDP per capita $3,814
HDI 0.698
Life expectancy 75.3 years
Internet users 91.0%
Urban population 62.7%
Currency MAD (Dirham)
Languages Arabic, Berber
Calling code +212
TLD .ma
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Morocco

10 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Ras l' âm
Jan 11 Proclamation of Independence Takdim watikat al-istiqlal
Jan 14 Amazigh New Year Id Yennayer
May 1 Labour Day Eid Ash-Shughl
Jul 30 Enthronement Eid Al-Ârch
Aug 14 Zikra Oued Ed-Dahab Oued Ed-Dahab Day
Aug 20 Revolution of the King and the People Thawrat al malik wa shâab
Aug 21 Youth Day Eid Al Chabab
Nov 6 Green March Eid Al Massira Al Khadra
Nov 18 Independence Day Eid Al Istiqulal

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ait Ourir

What is the population of Ait Ourir?

Ait Ourir has a population of 42,705 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 7,821 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ait Ourir?

Ait Ourir enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.9 inches.

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