Alnif, Morocco

Drâa-Tafilalet · Morocco

Alnif is a small city in Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco with a population of 20,978. Elevation: 2,858 ft (871 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

20,978 Population 41/sq mi density
2,858 ft Elevation 871 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
4.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone

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About Alnif

Alnif

Alnif is a town in Tinghir Province, Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco, known for its significant paleontological discoveries. It is located in the southeastern region of Morocco, approximately 180 kilometers east of Ouarzazate, and 1,020 kilometers south of Rabat. According to the 2014 census, the town has a population of 3,770. It lies on the N12 highway, connecting Tinejdad and Taouz.

People

Population20,978
Density41/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain4.4 in/yr
Elevation2,858 ft (871 m)
Population20,978
Population Density41 / sq mi
Elevation2,858 ft (871 m)
Coordinates31.1141°, -5.1715°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceDrâa-Tafilalet
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation4.4 inches (112 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Alnif

Alnif is a small city in Morocco (Drâa-Tafilalet) with a population of 20,978. The city sits at an elevation of 2,858 feet (871 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Casablanca.

Climate in Alnif

Alnif has an average annual temperature of 22°C (72°F). The hottest month is Jul (34.7°C), the coldest is Jan (10.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 101 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 10.6°C / 51°F 1° / 24.8° 4.0
Feb 12.8°C / 55°F 2° / 26.3° 17.1
Mar 16.2°C / 61°F 4.1° / 30.5° 15.0
Apr 20.3°C / 69°F 6.9° / 33.7° 13.7
May 25.8°C / 78°F 10.2° / 39° 4.6
Jun 30.3°C / 86°F 17.4° / 42.6° 2.6
Jul 34.7°C / 94°F 23° / 44.6° 2.6
Aug 34.1°C / 93°F 23° / 44.2° 4.1
Sep 28.7°C / 84°F 16.7° / 40.5° 16.3
Oct 22.5°C / 72°F 10.3° / 36.2° 13.2
Nov 16.3°C / 61°F 5.1° / 30.1° 4.9
Dec 12.3°C / 54°F 2.2° / 26.4° 3.4
Alnif enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 4.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,858 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average67.6°F
25% above Morocco avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)

Geography

Elevation2,858 ft (871 m)
Area516.7 sq mi (1,338.4 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates31.1141°N, 5.1715°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 4.4"
88% below Morocco avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 0.59"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 2, 2024.

Oct 30, 1992 10 km W of Reçani, Morocco M5.6 78 km
Oct 23, 1992 9 km NNW of Reçani, Morocco M5.6 86 km
Aug 5, 2010 47 km SSE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M4.6 137 km
Jul 6, 2009 41 km NE of Ifrane, Morocco M4.5 130 km
Feb 14, 2011 53 km NE of Ifrane, Morocco M4.5 122 km
May 31, 2013 56 km ESE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M4.5 146 km
Jan 2, 2024 26 km N of Ifrane, Morocco M4.3 148 km
Mar 29, 2000 37 km SSE of Beni Mellal, Morocco M4.0 140 km
Jul 15, 2006 38 km E of Ifrane, Morocco M4.0 97 km
Jan 8, 1993 52 km NW of Zagora, Morocco M3.9 116 km
Dec 10, 1992 50 km SSE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M3.5 134 km
Dec 10, 1992 52 km SSE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M3.4 133 km
Mar 25, 1992 47 km SE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M3.4 147 km
Jun 26, 2007 60 km SSE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M3.3 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in Wettest
March 60°F (15°C) 0.4 in
April 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
May 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
June 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
July 87°F (31°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 86°F (30°C) 0.2 in
September 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in
October 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
November 58°F (15°C) 0.6 in
December 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in

Alnif has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 50°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (0.6") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Alnif

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
College Bougaffer - - - -
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Radio Stations near Alnif

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Alnif

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ihmadi Trilobites Center

Hotels in Alnif

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bougaffer
Hotel Palmiers
Kasbah Meteorites

Restaurants in Alnif

7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bougaffer
Cafe Restaurant Venezia
Étoile du sud
Hotel Palmiers
L'Oasis
La Gazelle du Sud
Repos des Nomades

Cafes in Alnif

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anwar

Gas Stations in Alnif

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Afriquia
Green Oil
Green Oil
ZIZ

Banks in Alnif

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Money Gram
Western Union

Post Offices in Alnif

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Alnif

Churches & Religious Organizations in Alnif

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
مسجد بو تسيت عمار
مسجد عمار الجديد
مسجد عمار القديم

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Meteorites
8
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Meteorites Near Alnif

8 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Alnif.

Name Year Description
Bou Azarif 2010
Northwest Africa 539 2000
Northwest Africa 540 2000
Northwest Africa 541 2000
Northwest Africa 542 2000
Northwest Africa 543 2000
Northwest Africa 544 2000
Northwest Africa 052 1998

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Casablanca
Elevation
882 m (2,894 ft)
Postal Code
52452

🇲🇦 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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What is the population of Alnif?

Alnif has a population of 20,978 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 516.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Alnif?

Alnif enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 4.4 inches.

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