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Arfoud, Morocco

Drâa-Tafilalet · Morocco

Arfoud is a mid-size city in Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco with a population of 31,971. Elevation: 2,654 ft (809 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

31,971 Population 13,049/sq mi density
2,654 ft Elevation 809 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
4.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone

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About Arfoud

Arfoud

Erfoud is an oasis town in the Sahara, in the Drâa-Tafilalet region, eastern Morocco. It belongs to ait atta tribe, divided into several districts: Hay Salam, Hay Jdid, Hay Ziz, Hay el Bathaa, Hay Annahda, and Hay el Hamri.

People

Population31,971
Density13,049/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain4.2 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation2,654 ft (809 m)
Population31,971
Population Density13,049 / sq mi
Elevation2,654 ft (809 m)
Coordinates31.4353°, -4.2326°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceDrâa-Tafilalet
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average92°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation4.2 inches (106 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Arfoud

Arfoud is a mid-size city in Morocco (Drâa-Tafilalet) with a population of 31,971. The city sits at an elevation of 2,654 feet (809 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 92°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Casablanca.

Climate in Arfoud

Arfoud has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jul (34.3°C), the coldest is Jan (9.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 170 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 9.9°C / 50°F 0.3° / 23.6° 4.4
Feb 12.2°C / 54°F 1.4° / 25° 13.6
Mar 15.6°C / 60°F 3.6° / 29.7° 25.2
Apr 19.4°C / 67°F 6° / 32.7° 42.4
May 24.8°C / 77°F 9.9° / 38° 5.9
Jun 29.6°C / 85°F 16.8° / 42.1° 3.4
Jul 34.3°C / 94°F 22.6° / 44° 1.6
Aug 33.5°C / 92°F 22° / 43.8° 7.0
Sep 28°C / 82°F 16.1° / 39.8° 44.3
Oct 21.7°C / 71°F 9.7° / 35.2° 14.4
Nov 15.5°C / 60°F 4.1° / 29.2° 4.2
Dec 11.7°C / 53°F 1.5° / 25.6° 3.5
Arfoud enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. The area gets 328 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 4.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,654 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 92°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average70.0°F
30% above Morocco avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average92°F (33°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,654 ft (809 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density13,049/sq mi
Coordinates31.4353°N, 4.2326°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 4.2"
89% below Morocco avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 0.55"
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 Feb 16, 2020.

Oct 30, 1992 10 km W of Reçani, Morocco M5.6 21 km
Oct 23, 1992 9 km NNW of Reçani, Morocco M5.6 12 km
Nov 12, 1990 99 km NE of Errachidia, Morocco M4.4 131 km
Jun 4, 2018 26 km SE of Midelt, Morocco M4.3 126 km
Feb 16, 2020 47 km E of Midelt, Morocco M4.3 138 km
May 7, 1994 78 km ENE of Arfoud, Morocco M4.2 78 km
Jan 30, 2007 112 km E of Midelt, Morocco M4.1 148 km
Jan 17, 2007 104 km NE of Errachidia, Morocco M4.0 139 km
May 12, 1994 72 km ENE of Arfoud, Morocco M4.0 72 km
Jan 31, 2007 99 km NE of Errachidia, Morocco M3.9 132 km
Sep 29, 1993 74 km ENE of Arfoud, Morocco M3.9 74 km
Feb 16, 2007 109 km NE of Errachidia, Morocco M3.8 140 km
Jun 15, 2008 21 km S of Midelt, Morocco M3.7 128 km
Oct 19, 2002 101 km NE of Errachidia, Morocco M3.3 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.6 in Wettest
March 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in
April 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
May 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in
June 85°F (29°C) 0.2 in
July 92°F (33°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 90°F (32°C) 0.1 in
September 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
October 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in
December 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in

Arfoud has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 50°F in January to 92°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (0.6") and July the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Arfoud

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Arfoud

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ksar Al Fida
Museum of Fossils and Minerals
Tahiri Museum Fossils & Minerals

Farmers Markets in Arfoud

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Rissani Souk

Hotels in Arfoud

11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Auberge Riad Nour نزل رياض نور
Elati Hotel
Hôtel Belere Erfoud
Hotel Chez Gaby
Hotel Tafilalet
Kasbah Tizimi Hotel
Kasbah Xaluca Maadid
Kasbah-Hotel Chergui
La Rose du Desert وردة الصحراء
Palais Du Desert
Palm's Hotel Club

Restaurants in Arfoud

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Restaurant Karla مقهى ومطعم كارلا
Camping Tifina
Chez Abdesalam Cafe
Des Dunes
Lunch
tipico erfroud

Cafes in Arfoud

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafè Zizi

Bus Stations in Arfoud

3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Erfoud Bus Station
local bus stop (e.g. to Fez)
Supratours

Gas Stations in Arfoud

9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Afriquia
Afriquia
Green oil
Green Oil
Green Oil
MA #1129509507
MA #8385432258
TotalEnergies
ZIZ

Banks in Arfoud

7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Al Barid Bank
Attijariwafa Bank
Bank of Africa ⵍⴱⴰⵏⴽ ⵏ ⴰⴼⵔⵉⵇⵢⴰ بنك أفريقيا
Banque Populaire البنك الشعبي
Banque Populaire البنك الشعبي
Crédit Agricole du Maroc القرض الفلاحي للمغرب
Crédit du Maroc مصرف المغرب

Airports Near Arfoud

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moulay Ali Cherif AirportERHMedium Airport
MERZOUGA Field-Small Airport

Post Offices in Arfoud

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Posts Maroc

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arfoud

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mosquee ⵜⵉⵎⵣⴳⵉⴷⴰ مسجد قصر المعاديد

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Meteorites
9
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Arfoud

What is the population of Arfoud?

Arfoud has a population of 31,971 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 13,049 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Arfoud?

Arfoud enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 92°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.2 inches.

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