Smara, Morocco
Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra · Morocco
Smara is a mid-size city in Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra, Morocco with a population of 56,607. Elevation: 617 ft (188 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
Discover Smara, Morocco
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
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 | 56,607 |
| Population Density | 2,262 / 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 56,607. 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) |
Geography
| Elevation | 617 ft (188 m) |
| Area | 25.0 sq mi (64.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,262/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 (OpenStreetMap 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 |
Explore Near Smara
Meteorites Near Smara
3 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Smara.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Africa 771 | 2000 | |
| Northwest Africa 772 | 2000 | |
| Smara | 2000 |
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 56,607 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 2,262 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. Annual rainfall totals 1.1 inches.
Nearby Cities
Want every data point for Smara?
The full profile puts all sections on one printable page, no tabs.
Full City Profile