El Marsa, Western Sahara
Western Sahara
El Marsa is a small city in Western Sahara with a population of 28,848. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About El Marsa
El Marsa Arabic: المرسى is a port city in Moroccan-occupied Western Sahara.
People
Climate
| Population | 28,848 |
| Population Density | 812 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 27.0961°, -13.4158° |
| Timezone | Africa/El_Aaiun |
| Country | 🇪🇭 Western Sahara |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.2 inches (31 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Marsa
El Marsa is a small city in Western Sahara with a population of 28,848. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/El_Aaiun.
Climate in El Marsa
El Marsa has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.6°C), the coldest is Jan (16.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 180 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.4°F |
| 29% above Western Sahara avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 35.5 sq mi (92.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 812/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.0961°N, 13.4158°W |
| Timezone | Africa/El_Aaiun |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Fuerteventura (152 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fuerteventura | Fissure vent(s) | 529 m (1,736 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | Wettest |
El Marsa has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 63°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 1.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (0.4") and May the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near El Marsa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
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Farmers Markets in El Marsa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché aux légumes et fruits en gros | |||||
| Marché Municipal سوق البلدية | |||||
| سوق الماشية Marché aux Bestiaux |
Hotels in El Marsa
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in El Marsa
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in El Marsa
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in El Marsa
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Marsa
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Marsa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Marsa
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laayoune Hassan I International Airport | EUN | Large Airport |
| Boukraa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in El Marsa
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Laâyoune Port ميناء العيون |
Treatment Centers in El Marsa
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| مصحة الوفاق - Infirmerie Alwifak |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Marsa
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Évangelique Au Maroc الكنيسة الإنجيلية بالمغرب | |
| Mosque Al Imam Chadili |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of El Marsa?
El Marsa has a population of 28,848 residents and is located in Western Sahara. The population density is 812 people per square mile, spread across 35.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Marsa?
El Marsa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 1.2 inches.
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