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El Aïoun, Morocco

Oriental · Morocco

El Aïoun is a mid-size city in Oriental, Morocco with a population of 45,679. Elevation: 1,982 ft (604 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

45,679 Population 8,651/sq mi density
1,982 ft Elevation 604 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
10.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone

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People

Population45,679
Density8,651/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain10.8 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation1,982 ft (604 m)
Population45,679
Population Density8,651 / sq mi
Elevation1,982 ft (604 m)
Coordinates34.5832°, -2.5061°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceOriental
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation10.8 inches (275 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Aïoun

El Aïoun is a mid-size city in Morocco (Oriental) with a population of 45,679. The city sits at an elevation of 1,982 feet (604 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Casablanca.

Climate in El Aïoun

El Aïoun has an average annual temperature of 18.5°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (9.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 244 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 9.3°C / 49°F -0.2° / 22.7° 19.2
Feb 11.6°C / 53°F 1.7° / 25.8° 13.8
Mar 13.4°C / 56°F 1.9° / 28.7° 34.9
Apr 16°C / 61°F 5.2° / 32.1° 38.9
May 20.4°C / 69°F 8.4° / 35.9° 26.8
Jun 24.3°C / 76°F 13.2° / 39.3° 9.4
Jul 29.4°C / 85°F 18.2° / 43° 7.9
Aug 29.1°C / 84°F 17.2° / 42.6° 4.2
Sep 23.9°C / 75°F 13.5° / 37.7° 23.6
Oct 19.6°C / 67°F 8.1° / 33.1° 29.0
Nov 14.1°C / 57°F 3.1° / 27.1° 16.1
Dec 11.3°C / 52°F 1.7° / 24.9° 20.1
El Aïoun enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 316 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 10.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,982 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average61.3°F
14% above Morocco avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,982 ft (604 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.7 km²)
Population Density8,651/sq mi
Coordinates34.5832°N, 2.5061°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.8"
72% below Morocco avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 1.50"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

824 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 13, 2024.

Feb 24, 2004 11 km SSW of Tirhanimîne, Morocco M6.4 150 km
Dec 22, 1999 9 km ENE of Beni Saf, Algeria M5.6 139 km
May 20, 2022 Strait of Gibraltar M5.5 137 km
May 23, 1993 39 km NW of Saidia, Morocco M5.4 86 km
Aug 28, 2021 44 km NE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.3 138 km
Mar 12, 1992 36 km E of Melilla, Spain M5.3 81 km
Mar 7, 2004 18 km WSW of Bni Bouayach, Morocco M5.1 147 km
Jan 7, 2023 Morocco M4.9 135 km
Feb 24, 2004 6 km WSW of Bni Bouayach, Morocco M4.8 139 km
Mar 12, 2004 25 km E of Targuist, Morocco M4.7 146 km
Feb 24, 2004 37 km SE of Targuist, Morocco M4.7 142 km
Feb 24, 2004 7 km S of Tirhanimîne, Morocco M4.7 148 km
Mar 16, 2016 Strait of Gibraltar M4.7 132 km
Feb 24, 2004 9 km WSW of Bni Bouayach, Morocco M4.7 142 km
Feb 24, 2004 9 km WSW of Imzouren, Morocco M4.7 145 km
Jun 19, 2021 42 km NE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M4.7 141 km
Oct 20, 1998 24 km WSW of Midar, Morocco M4.7 120 km
May 11, 2021 39 km NE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M4.6 138 km
Feb 24, 2004 7 km SSW of Tirhanimîne, Morocco M4.6 149 km
Sep 15, 2022 Strait of Gibraltar M4.6 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (10°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 1.1 in
March 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in Wettest
May 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
October 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in
November 57°F (14°C) 1.0 in
December 52°F (11°C) 1.3 in

El Aïoun has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 49°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 10.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.5") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in El Aïoun

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
ثانوية الزيتون التأهيلية
Azzaytoun highschool
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Radio Stations near El Aïoun

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in El Aïoun

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Souk Al had

Cafes in El Aïoun

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Mazar
California

Train Stations in El Aïoun

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Aïoun Sidi Mellouk العيون سيدي ملوك

Gas Stations in El Aïoun

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aire de service Laayoun
Aire de service Laayoun
MA #10874612775
MA #1219773123
MA #368011394
MA #8207767263

Airports Near El Aïoun

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nador Al Aaroui International AirportNDRLarge Airport
Oujda Angads AirportOUDLarge Airport
Melilla AirportMLNMedium Airport

Post Offices in El Aïoun

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
El Aïoune

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 El Aïoun

What is the population of El Aïoun?

El Aïoun has a population of 45,679 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 8,651 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Aïoun?

El Aïoun enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.8 inches.

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