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Chefchaouen, Morocco
Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima · Morocco
Chefchaouen is a mid-size city in Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima, Morocco with a population of 46,721. Elevation: 1,991 ft (607 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen is a city in northwest Morocco. It is the chief town of the province of the same name and is noted for its buildings in shades of blue, for which it is nicknamed the "Blue City". It is situated in a mountainous region in northern Morocco, between Tétouan and Ouazzane.
People
Climate
| Population | 46,721 |
| Population Density | 7,852 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,991 ft (607 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.1688°, -5.2636° |
| Timezone | Africa/Casablanca |
| Country | 🇲🇦 Morocco |
| State / Province | Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.4 inches (873 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen is a mid-size city in Morocco (Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima) with a population of 46,721. The city sits at an elevation of 1,991 feet (607 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Casablanca.
Climate in Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C (63°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.1°C), the coldest is Jan (8.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 700 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above Morocco avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,991 ft (607 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,852/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1688°N, 5.2636°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Casablanca |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 5.7 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 5.1 in |
Chefchaouen has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 47°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.0") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Chefchaouen
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Machichi College | College | - | , |
| Institut Chaouen Universal School | College | - | , |
Schools in Chefchaouen
26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Quds School | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Dahr Ben Ayad | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Al Idrissi | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Saida Horra | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole | - | - | - | - |
| École Imam Ali | - | - | - | - |
| Collège | - | - | - | - |
| Collège | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée qualificatif Moly Rachid الثانوية التأهيلية الأمير مولاي رشيد | - | - | - | - |
| Kottab Hassan II كتاب الحسن الثاني | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Cheik Mohamed Ben Ayed | - | - | - | - |
| Imam Chadi College | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Sadek Ben Raisoun | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Dahr Ben Ayad | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Amana | - | - | - | - |
| École Nawazli | - | - | - | - |
| École Moulay Ali bin Rashid | - | - | - | - |
| lycée Moulay Rachid | - | - | - | - |
| École Tourris | - | - | - | - |
| collège Adrar | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Hassan Abi Jamaa | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Hassan I | - | - | - | - |
| Lala Fatima | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chefchaouen
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Chefchaouen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecomusée du parc national Talassemtane | ||||
| Ethnographic Museum of Chefchaouen | ||||
| Kasbah |
Libraries in Chefchaouen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bibliothèque municipale Manahil Al Irfane | 0.0 | |||||
| Manahil Al Irfan | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chefchaouen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moulay Abderrahman Cherif | |||||
| Weekly Market |
Hotels in Chefchaouen
108 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chefchaouen
83 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chefchaouen
81 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Chefchaouen
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Chefchaouen
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Chefchaouen
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chefchaouen
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Chefchaouen
6 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chefchaouen
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chefchaouen
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chefchaouen
12 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Chefchaouen
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chefchaouen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chefchaouen
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sania Ramel Airport | TTU | Large Airport |
| Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport | TNG | Large Airport |
| Ouezzane Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chefchaouen
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| La Poste |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chefchaouen
30 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church | |
| El Akel Mosque | |
| Grand Mosque of Chefchaouen | |
| Hassan II Mosque | |
| Jemma Bouzafar Mosque | |
| Masjid Al Sounna | |
| Masjid Moulay Abdelrahman Chrif | |
| Molay Ali Ben Rachid | |
| Mosquée Al Mohasinin | |
| Mosquée Ibn Jelloun مسجد ابن جلون | |
| Mosquée Mohamed VI | |
| Mosquée Onsar | |
| Mosquée Rif Andalous | |
| Mosquée Sebannin | |
| Mosquée Sidi Bouhansa | |
| Mosquée Sidi Boujmaa | |
| Mosquée Sidi Bouker Hadad | |
| Mosquée Sidi Salem | |
| Mosquée Souk | |
| Zaouia Al Kadiriya |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Chefchaouen
What is the population of Chefchaouen?
Chefchaouen has a population of 46,721 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 7,852 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chefchaouen?
Chefchaouen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.4 inches.