Taounza, Morocco

Béni Mellal-Khénifra · Morocco

Taounza is a small city in Béni Mellal-Khénifra, Morocco with a population of 10,254. Elevation: 2,234 ft (681 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

10,254 Population 485/sq mi density
2,234 ft Elevation 681 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
16.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone

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About Taounza

Taounza is a small town and rural commune in Azilal Province of the Tadla-Azilal region of Morocco. At the time of the 2004 census, the commune had a total population of 11610 people living in 1753 households.

People

Population10,254
Density485/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain16.2 in/yr
Elevation2,234 ft (681 m)
Population10,254
Population Density485 / sq mi
Elevation2,234 ft (681 m)
Coordinates32.0937°, -6.6061°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceBéni Mellal-Khénifra
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation16.2 inches (412 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.6 inches (19 cm)

About Taounza

Taounza is a small city in Morocco (Béni Mellal-Khénifra) with a population of 10,254. The city sits at an elevation of 2,234 feet (681 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Casablanca.

Climate in Taounza

Taounza has an average annual temperature of 19.4°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jul (30.3°C), the coldest is Jan (10.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 293 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 10.6°C / 51°F 0.7° / 23.7° 18.9
Feb 12.9°C / 55°F 2.1° / 26.4° 30.7
Mar 14.1°C / 57°F 3.5° / 29.8° 68.9
Apr 16.6°C / 62°F 4.6° / 31.6° 40.4
May 21.6°C / 71°F 8.2° / 37.4° 17.5
Jun 24.2°C / 75°F 11.6° / 39.8° 3.4
Jul 30.3°C / 87°F 16.1° / 43.4° 9.4
Aug 30°C / 86°F 16.9° / 43.4° 6.0
Sep 24.7°C / 77°F 13.2° / 38.9° 24.9
Oct 20.7°C / 69°F 9.3° / 35° 30.5
Nov 15.5°C / 60°F 5.4° / 28.3° 14.4
Dec 12.3°C / 54°F 3° / 25.2° 28.3
Taounza enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,234 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above Morocco avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Geography

Elevation2,234 ft (681 m)
Area21.2 sq mi (54.8 km²)
Population Density485/sq mi
Coordinates32.0937°N, 6.6061°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.2"
57% below Morocco avg
Snowfall 7.6"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.60"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 2, 2024.

Aug 5, 2010 47 km SSE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M4.6 87 km
Jun 12, 2006 26 km SE of Khenifra, Morocco M4.5 126 km
May 31, 2013 56 km ESE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M4.5 121 km
Feb 14, 2011 53 km NE of Ifrane, Morocco M4.5 66 km
Jul 6, 2009 41 km NE of Ifrane, Morocco M4.5 51 km
Mar 5, 2006 15 km ENE of Beni Mellal, Morocco M4.4 51 km
Jan 2, 2024 26 km N of Ifrane, Morocco M4.3 26 km
Jun 18, 1998 21 km S of Khenifra, Morocco M4.2 116 km
Aug 4, 1997 32 km SSE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M4.1 88 km
Mar 29, 2000 37 km SSE of Beni Mellal, Morocco M4.0 40 km
Jul 15, 2006 38 km E of Ifrane, Morocco M4.0 77 km
May 12, 2014 10 km ESE of Beni Mellal, Morocco M4.0 40 km
May 19, 2006 20 km ENE of Khenifra, Morocco M3.8 147 km
Sep 29, 2009 38 km WSW of Khouribga, Morocco M3.8 91 km
May 16, 1991 12 km NE of Setti Fatma, Morocco M3.8 127 km
Mar 17, 2006 17 km SW of Khenifra, Morocco M3.6 112 km
Dec 10, 1992 50 km SSE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M3.5 78 km
Feb 10, 1993 21 km N of Oued Zem, Morocco M3.5 107 km
Mar 25, 1992 47 km SE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M3.4 109 km
Dec 10, 1992 52 km SSE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M3.4 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
March 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
April 58°F (15°C) 2.1 in
May 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
July 80°F (26°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 80°F (26°C) 0.2 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
November 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in Wettest
December 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in

Taounza has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 40°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.6") and July the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Taounza

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Gas Stations in Taounza

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MA #3018424097

Airports Near Taounza

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Beni Mellal AirportBEMLarge Airport

Post Offices in Taounza

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ait Attab

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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What is the population of Taounza?

Taounza has a population of 10,254 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 485 people per square mile, spread across 21.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Taounza?

Taounza enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 16.2 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow.

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