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Moulay Ali Cherif, Morocco

Drâa-Tafilalet · Morocco

Moulay Ali Cherif is a small city in Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco with a population of 24,251. Elevation: 2,493 ft (760 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

24,251 Population 13,038/sq mi density
2,493 ft Elevation 760 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
3.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone

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About Moulay Ali Cherif

Abul Amlak Moulay Sharif ibn 'Ali was an Arab Emir of Tafilalt from 1631 to 1636. He was a sharif whose family claimed to be descended from the Islamic prophet Muhammad through his grandson Hasan. Moulay Sharif is considered to be the founder of the Alaouite Dynasty of Morocco for being the father of Sidi Muhammad, Al-Rashid of Morocco, and Ismail Ibn Sharif.

People

Population24,251
Density13,038/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain3.7 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation2,493 ft (760 m)
Population24,251
Population Density13,038 / sq mi
Elevation2,493 ft (760 m)
Coordinates31.2824°, -4.2654°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceDrâa-Tafilalet
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average92°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation3.7 inches (93 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Moulay Ali Cherif

Moulay Ali Cherif is a small city in Morocco (Drâa-Tafilalet) with a population of 24,251. The city sits at an elevation of 2,493 feet (760 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 92°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Casablanca.

Climate in Moulay Ali Cherif

Moulay Ali Cherif 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
Moulay Ali Cherif has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. The area gets 329 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 3.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,493 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 92°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average70.7°F
31% above Morocco avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average92°F (33°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,493 ft (760 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density13,038/sq mi
Coordinates31.2824°N, 4.2654°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 3.7"
90% below Morocco avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 0.55"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 4, 2018.

Oct 30, 1992 10 km W of Reçani, Morocco M5.6 10 km
Oct 23, 1992 9 km NNW of Reçani, Morocco M5.6 10 km
Nov 12, 1990 99 km NE of Errachidia, Morocco M4.4 147 km
Jun 4, 2018 26 km SE of Midelt, Morocco M4.3 142 km
May 7, 1994 78 km ENE of Arfoud, Morocco M4.2 89 km
May 12, 1994 72 km ENE of Arfoud, Morocco M4.0 83 km
Jan 31, 2007 99 km NE of Errachidia, Morocco M3.9 149 km
Sep 29, 1993 74 km ENE of Arfoud, Morocco M3.9 86 km
Jun 15, 2008 21 km S of Midelt, Morocco M3.7 143 km
Oct 19, 2002 101 km NE of Errachidia, Morocco M3.3 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (11°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in
March 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
April 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in
May 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
June 85°F (30°C) 0.1 in
July 92°F (33°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 91°F (33°C) 0.1 in
September 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
October 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
November 60°F (16°C) 0.5 in
December 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in Wettest

Moulay Ali Cherif has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 51°F in January to 92°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 3.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (0.6") and July the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Moulay Ali Cherif

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Moulay Ali Cherif

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

Farmers Markets in Moulay Ali Cherif

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Rissani Souk

Hotels in Moulay Ali Cherif

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge Kasbah Derkaoua
Chez Michele Desert Inn
Dar Lamrani
Kasbah Said Hotel
Panorama Hotel
Riad Lghiam

Restaurants in Moulay Ali Cherif

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Restaurant Slimania
La Baraka

Bus Stations in Moulay Ali Cherif

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gare routière de Moulay Ali Chérif
Supratours

Shopping Malls in Moulay Ali Cherif

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kasbah du Troc

Airports Near Moulay Ali Cherif

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moulay Ali Cherif AirportERHMedium Airport
MERZOUGA FieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Moulay Ali Cherif

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Seffalate

Churches & Religious Organizations in Moulay Ali Cherif

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mausolée Moulay Ali Cherif

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Meteorites
10
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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 Moulay Ali Cherif

What is the population of Moulay Ali Cherif?

Moulay Ali Cherif has a population of 24,251 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 13,038 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Moulay Ali Cherif?

Moulay Ali Cherif has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 92°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.7 inches.

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