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Ben Ahmed, Morocco

Casablanca-Settat · Morocco

Ben Ahmed is a mid-size city in Casablanca-Settat, Morocco with a population of 36,149. Elevation: 1,978 ft (603 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

36,149 Population 6,490/sq mi density
1,978 ft Elevation 603 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
16.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone

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About Ben Ahmed

Ben Ahmed

Ben Ahmed is a city in Settat Province, Casablanca-Settat, Morocco. According to the 2014 census it has a population of 31,846. The city is located between Berrechid and Khouribga, about 39 km from each of them. It is also 40 km from Settat and around 70 km from Casablanca.

People

Population36,149
Density6,490/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain16.5 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation1,978 ft (603 m)
Population36,149
Population Density6,490 / sq mi
Elevation1,978 ft (603 m)
Coordinates33.0664°, -7.2416°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceCasablanca-Settat
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation16.5 inches (418 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ben Ahmed

Ben Ahmed is a mid-size city in Morocco (Casablanca-Settat) with a population of 36,149. The city sits at an elevation of 1,978 feet (603 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Casablanca.

Climate in Ben Ahmed

Ben Ahmed has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.9°C), the coldest is Jan (11.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 411 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.9°C / 53°F 2.8° / 24.9° 32.2
Feb 13.9°C / 57°F 4° / 28.8° 36.7
Mar 15°C / 59°F 5.3° / 31.2° 98.3
Apr 17.3°C / 63°F 7.4° / 32.8° 21.4
May 20.8°C / 69°F 9.8° / 38.4° 48.8
Jun 22.6°C / 73°F 13.3° / 39.9° 2.9
Jul 26.7°C / 80°F 15.2° / 44° 2.0
Aug 26.9°C / 80°F 15.7° / 45.1° 1.7
Sep 23.8°C / 75°F 14.5° / 40.9° 68.4
Oct 21.2°C / 70°F 10.7° / 36.1° 22.1
Nov 16.6°C / 62°F 7.4° / 30.4° 27.8
Dec 13.7°C / 57°F 4.8° / 26.6° 49.2
Ben Ahmed enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 306 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 16.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,978 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above Morocco avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,978 ft (603 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.4 km²)
Population Density6,490/sq mi
Coordinates33.0664°N, 7.2416°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.5"
57% below Morocco avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.60"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.8 on May 23, 2025.

Jun 28, 2001 17 km SSE of Kenitra, Morocco M4.6 134 km
Mar 5, 2006 15 km ENE of Beni Mellal, Morocco M4.4 123 km
Jan 2, 2024 26 km N of Ifrane, Morocco M4.3 148 km
May 12, 2014 10 km ESE of Beni Mellal, Morocco M4.0 127 km
Sep 29, 2009 38 km WSW of Khouribga, Morocco M3.8 40 km
May 23, 2025 26 km W of Oulmes, Morocco M3.8 98 km
Jan 10, 2005 19 km NNW of Tiflet, Morocco M3.7 135 km
Mar 17, 2006 17 km SW of Khenifra, Morocco M3.6 138 km
Feb 10, 1993 21 km N of Oued Zem, Morocco M3.5 61 km
Jun 23, 2008 8 km NE of Khemisset, Morocco M3.5 146 km
Jul 1, 2006 15 km SW of Tiflet, Morocco M3.2 111 km
Feb 28, 1996 30 km NE of Oulmes, Morocco M3.1 148 km
Jul 23, 1993 14 km E of Beni Mellal, Morocco M2.9 125 km
Dec 19, 1991 31 km ESE of Berrechid, Morocco M2.7 7 km
Dec 14, 1991 Morocco M2.5 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (10°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
March 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
April 58°F (15°C) 1.9 in
May 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
December 53°F (11°C) 2.6 in Wettest

Ben Ahmed has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 51°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 16.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.6") and July the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Ben Ahmed

Institution Type Founded Website
Institut Spécialisé de Technologie Appliquée College Visit →

Schools in Ben Ahmed

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
COLLEGE ANWAL
COLLEGE MED 6
baja
LYCEE EL KHAYZORANE
Ecole primaire
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Radio Stations near Ben Ahmed

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Adwaafm MP3
Yabiladi Radio world music MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Ben Ahmed

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché central

Cafes in Ben Ahmed

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café El Jouhara
Club Nacer Nawal Kenza

Monuments in Ben Ahmed

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

koba khadra

Bus Stations in Ben Ahmed

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

la gare grand taxi

Gas Stations in Ben Ahmed

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Afriquia
MA #10856622673
MA #3957475001
MA #3957475128

Banks in Ben Ahmed

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Africa ⵍⴱⴰⵏⴽ ⵏ ⴰⴼⵔⵉⵇⵢⴰ بنك أفريقيا
Crédit Agricole

Airports Near Ben Ahmed

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mohammed V International AirportCMNLarge Airport
Ben Slimane AirportGMDSmall Airport
Casablanca Tit Mellil AirportSmall Airport
Khouribga Air BaseSmall Airport
Khouribga West AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ben Ahmed

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poste Maroc

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ben Ahmed

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
masjid annour
Mosquée Sunna مسجد السنة

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Casablanca
Elevation
547 m (1,795 ft)

🇲🇦 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 Ben Ahmed

What is the population of Ben Ahmed?

Ben Ahmed has a population of 36,149 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 6,490 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ben Ahmed?

Ben Ahmed enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.5 inches.

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