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Targuist, Morocco

Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima · Morocco

Targuist is a small city in Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima, Morocco with a population of 14,621. Elevation: 3,376 ft (1,029 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

14,621 Population 7,238/sq mi density
3,376 ft Elevation 1,029 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
21.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone

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About Targuist

Targuist

Targuist is a town in Al Hoceïma Province, Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima, Morocco. According to the 2024 census, Targuist has a population of 14,638. It is also the cultural capital of the tribes of Senhaja Srair.

People

Population14,621
Density7,238/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation3,376 ft (1,029 m)
Population14,621
Population Density7,238 / sq mi
Elevation3,376 ft (1,029 m)
Coordinates34.9377°, -4.3186°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceTanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation21.7 inches (550 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Targuist

Targuist is a small city in Morocco (Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima) with a population of 14,621. The city sits at an elevation of 3,376 feet (1,029 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Casablanca.

Climate in Targuist

Targuist has an average annual temperature of 17.1°C (63°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.9°C), the coldest is Jan (8.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 502 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 8.5°C / 47°F -0.5° / 20.9° 53.3
Feb 10.5°C / 51°F 1.6° / 22.9° 32.5
Mar 11.9°C / 53°F 2.1° / 26.3° 93.4
Apr 14.2°C / 57°F 4.7° / 27.7° 70.7
May 18.4°C / 65°F 7.2° / 32.7° 41.7
Jun 22.1°C / 72°F 10.6° / 36.6° 12.4
Jul 27.9°C / 82°F 15.4° / 40.7° 0.8
Aug 27.9°C / 82°F 15.7° / 41° 3.6
Sep 22.6°C / 73°F 11.9° / 35.6° 32.4
Oct 18.3°C / 65°F 8° / 32° 50.8
Nov 13.1°C / 56°F 2.8° / 25.8° 40.7
Dec 10.4°C / 51°F 1.4° / 22.9° 69.7
Targuist enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,376 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above Morocco avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,376 ft (1,029 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density7,238/sq mi
Coordinates34.9377°N, 4.3186°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.7"
43% below Morocco avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.27"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,628 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M5.1 on Feb 10, 2025.

Feb 24, 2004 11 km SSW of Tirhanimîne, Morocco M6.4 37 km
Jan 25, 2016 49 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M6.3 98 km
May 26, 1994 15 km WNW of Tirhanimîne, Morocco M6.0 45 km
May 20, 2022 Strait of Gibraltar M5.5 100 km
Jan 25, 2016 51 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.3 99 km
Feb 25, 2004 15 km WNW of Tirhanimîne, Morocco M5.3 42 km
Aug 28, 2021 44 km NE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.3 93 km
Jan 25, 2016 28 km N of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.2 75 km
Mar 15, 2016 55 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.2 104 km
Feb 10, 2025 25 km N of Ouezzane, Morocco M5.1 110 km
Feb 22, 2016 66 km NE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.1 115 km
Mar 7, 2004 18 km WSW of Bni Bouayach, Morocco M5.1 29 km
Jan 21, 2016 48 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.1 98 km
Jan 25, 2016 29 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.1 78 km
Mar 3, 2016 29 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.0 78 km
Feb 26, 2004 20 km W of Tirhanimîne, Morocco M5.0 35 km
Mar 11, 2016 58 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.0 107 km
Jan 25, 2016 39 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M5.0 86 km
Jan 7, 2023 Morocco M4.9 39 km
Mar 12, 2016 55 km NE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco M4.9 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 98 km
1804 ALBORAN SEA Earthquake 2 144 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
March 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
September 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.6 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
December 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in Wettest

Targuist has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 43°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.3") and July the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Targuist

Institution Type Founded Website
College Zaouia College

Schools in Targuist

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège Sidi Boutmim
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Bus Stations in Targuist

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gare Routière
Gare routière de Targuist

Gas Stations in Targuist

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MA #1578286241
MA #1775746540
Shell

Airports Near Targuist

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cherif Al Idrissi AirportAHUMedium Airport
Taza AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Targuist

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mohammed VI Mosque

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Casablanca
Elevation
994 m (3,261 ft)
Twinned With
Leganés

🇲🇦 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 Targuist

What is the population of Targuist?

Targuist has a population of 14,621 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 7,238 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Targuist?

Targuist enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.7 inches.

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