Tafersit, Morocco
Oriental · Morocco
Tafersit is a small city in Oriental, Morocco with a population of 8,202. Elevation: 1,565 ft (477 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°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 Tafersit
Tafersit is a commune in Driouch Province, Oriental, Morocco. The town is situated in the Rif mountains, not far from the Mediterranean Sea. According to the 2004 census, it has a population of 3,555.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,202 |
| Population Density | 185 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,565 ft (477 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.0086°, -3.5409° |
| Timezone | Africa/Casablanca |
| Country | 🇲🇦 Morocco |
| State / Province | Oriental |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.6 inches (397 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tafersit
Tafersit is a small city in Morocco (Oriental) with a population of 8,202. The city sits at an elevation of 1,565 feet (477 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Casablanca.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.6°F |
| 12% above Morocco avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,565 ft (477 m) |
| Area | 44.3 sq mi (114.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 185/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0086°N, 3.5409°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Casablanca |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis 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 | 72 km |
| 1804 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 2 | 120 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
Tafersit has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 48°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.3") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Tafersit
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Écoles primaires | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée-Collège Tafersit | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tafersit
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Tafersit
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Souk Tafersit | |||||
| Zoco Semanal del Martes |
Cafes in Tafersit
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tafersit
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tafersit
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nador Al Aaroui International Airport | NDR | Large Airport |
| Cherif Al Idrissi Airport | AHU | Medium Airport |
| Melilla Airport | MLN | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Tafersit
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Tafersite |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tafersit
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mosque Ait Chita | |
| Mosque Ait Medien | |
| Mosque Hamouda | |
| Mosque Imajaren | |
| Mosque Moulay Idriss |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Morocco
10 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Tafersit?
Tafersit has a population of 8,202 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 185 people per square mile, spread across 44.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tafersit?
Tafersit enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches.
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