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Saidia, Morocco

Oriental · Morocco

Saidia is a small city in Oriental, Morocco with a population of 9,587. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

9,587 Population 622/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
13.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone

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About Saidia

Saidia

Saïdia, known as the "Blue Pearl", is a coastal town in northeastern Morocco. It is located in the Berkane Province in the north of Beni Znassen region, lying in the adjacent metropolitan area of Berkane itself, along the Mediterranean Sea to the north and Moroccan-Algerian border to the east. Its 14 km (8.7 mi) coastline is one of the longest beaches of Morocco and is characterized by its golden sand and Mediterranean climate, making it a popular international tourist destination. It hosts numerous resorts and attractions, including private beach resorts, shopping malls, golf courses, and other sports centers.

People

Population9,587
Density622/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain13.5 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population9,587
Population Density622 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates35.0820°, -2.2290°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceOriental
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation13.5 inches (344 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Saidia

Saidia is a small city in Morocco (Oriental) with a population of 9,587. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Casablanca.

Climate in Saidia

Saidia has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F). The hottest month is Aug (26°C), the coldest is Jan (13.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 372 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 13.2°C / 56°F 9° / 17.5° 57.0
Feb 13.6°C / 56°F 9.4° / 17.8° 43.0
Mar 15°C / 59°F 11° / 18.9° 37.7
Apr 16.6°C / 62°F 12.8° / 20.5° 32.0
May 19.2°C / 67°F 15.6° / 22.8° 30.3
Jun 22.6°C / 73°F 19.2° / 26° 3.9
Jul 25.4°C / 78°F 22° / 28.7° 0.8
Aug 26°C / 79°F 22.6° / 29.3° 5.3
Sep 23.4°C / 74°F 19.8° / 27° 20.4
Oct 20.5°C / 69°F 16.5° / 24.5° 40.2
Nov 17°C / 63°F 12.9° / 21.2° 58.0
Dec 14.2°C / 58°F 10° / 18.5° 43.6
Saidia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 311 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 13.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above Morocco avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area15.4 sq mi (39.9 km²)
Population Density622/sq mi
Coordinates35.0820°N, 2.2290°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.5"
64% below Morocco avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 1.89"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

571 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 13, 2024.

Jan 25, 2016 49 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M6.3 146 km
Dec 22, 1999 9 km ENE of Beni Saf, Algeria M5.6 90 km
May 20, 2022 Strait of Gibraltar M5.5 123 km
May 23, 1993 39 km NW of Saidia, Morocco M5.4 39 km
Mar 12, 1992 36 km E of Melilla, Spain M5.3 37 km
Aug 28, 2021 44 km NE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.3 127 km
Mar 15, 2016 55 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.2 144 km
Jan 25, 2016 29 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.1 147 km
Jan 21, 2016 48 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.1 142 km
Feb 22, 2016 66 km NE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.1 137 km
Mar 3, 2016 29 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.0 148 km
Mar 11, 2016 58 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.0 142 km
Jan 27, 2016 57 km NE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M4.9 138 km
Jul 24, 2008 10 km NW of Bou Tlelis, Algeria M4.9 130 km
Mar 12, 2016 55 km NE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M4.9 139 km
Jan 25, 2016 62 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M4.9 143 km
Mar 9, 2016 57 km NE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M4.8 139 km
Jul 11, 2017 62 km NNW of Beni Saf, Algeria M4.8 95 km
Feb 23, 2016 55 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M4.8 144 km
Mar 12, 2016 52 km NE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M4.8 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.0 m (0 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2016 MOROCCO Earthquake 0.0 m 1 146 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Wettest
February 56°F (13°C) 1.7 in
March 58°F (15°C) 1.4 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in
May 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Warmest
September 74°F (24°C) 0.9 in
October 67°F (20°C) 1.3 in
November 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
December 56°F (13°C) 1.9 in

Saidia has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 54°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 13.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.9") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Saidia

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lycée Anas Ibn Malik - - - -
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Radio Stations near Saidia

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Saidia

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
faryad فرياض
Foire de Saïdia معرض السعيدية
Marché
Marché couvert
Souk
Souk Hebdomadaire السوق الاسبوعي الجملة

Hotels in Saidia

11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Be Live Collection Saidia
Bellington Appart Hôtel
Hannour
Hôtel Atlal
Hotel La Renaissance
Hotel Picasso
Iberostar Waves Saïdia
Meliá Saidia Garden Golf Resort
Oriental Bay Beach Golf & Spa
Radisson Blu Resort, Saidia Beach
Titanic تيتانيك

Restaurants in Saidia

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Le Nîmois
Paloma Blanca
Paradise
Restaurant LAVILLA
Samy Playa

Cafes in Saidia

8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arabesk
Café La Havana
L'Opéra
La Corniche
La Dorada
Les Fleurs
Picasso
Ski Hut

Theatres in Saidia

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Palais du Festival

Castles in Saidia

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kasbah

Theme Parks in Saidia

2 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alpamare Saidia
Le Manège

Clinics in Saidia

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MA #3787867149
Mosah Medical

Bus Stations in Saidia

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MA #393043749

Gas Stations in Saidia

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MA #1218870135
MA #597427103
TotalEnergies

Banks in Saidia

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banque Popular

Golf Courses in Saidia

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Palmeral Golf Saidia

Stadiums & Teams in Saidia

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Saidia

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Oujda Angads AirportOUDLarge Airport
Melilla AirportMLNMedium Airport

Post Offices in Saidia

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Saidia Medina

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saidia

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Pascalet كنيسة بسكاليه
Mosquée Hassan II

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 Saidia

What is the population of Saidia?

Saidia has a population of 9,587 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 622 people per square mile, spread across 15.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Saidia?

Saidia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.5 inches.

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