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Smara, Morocco
Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra · Morocco
Smara is a mid-size city in Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra, Morocco with a population of 42,056. Elevation: 617 ft (188 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
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About Smara
Smāra is a city in the Moroccan-occupied part of Western Sahara, with a population of 57,035 recorded in the 2014 Moroccan census. It is served by Smara Airport and Smara bus station.
People
Climate
| Population | 42,056 |
| Population Density | 1,680 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 617 ft (188 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.7384°, -11.6719° |
| Timezone | Africa/Casablanca |
| Country | 🇲🇦 Morocco |
| State / Province | Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.1 inches (28 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Smara
Smara is a mid-size city in Morocco (Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra) with a population of 42,056. The city sits at an elevation of 617 feet (188 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Casablanca.
Climate in Smara
Smara has an average annual temperature of 21.7°C (71°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (14.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 192 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.6°F |
| 33% above Morocco avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 334 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 617 ft (188 m) |
| Area | 25.0 sq mi (64.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,680/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.7384°N, 11.6719°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Casablanca |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | Wettest |
Smara has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 61°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 1.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (0.3") and May the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Smara
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faculté Pluridisciplinaire d’Es-Semara | University | 2021 | — |
Schools in Smara
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مؤسسة منار المستقبل للتعليم الخصوصي | — | — | — | — |
| الثانوية الاعدادية سيدي العالم الادريسي | — | — | — | — |
| lycée qualifiant prince Moulay Rachid | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Smara
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Smara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mirane Association - Rock Art Museum |
Farmers Markets in Smara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| السوق الصغير بحي الطنطان |
Hotels in Smara
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Smara
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Smara
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Smara
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Smara Airport | SMW | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Smara
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Es-semara Echahid السمارة الشهيد | |
| Es-semara السمارة |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Smara
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| La Grande Mosquée المسجد الكبير | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد الحجرة | |
| مسجد حي الطنطان |
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Quick Facts
🇲🇦 About Morocco
Public Holidays in Morocco
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Smara
What is the population of Smara?
Smara has a population of 42,056 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 1,680 people per square mile, spread across 25.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Smara?
Smara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.1 inches.