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Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco

Béni Mellal-Khénifra · Morocco

Zawyat ech Cheïkh is a small city in Béni Mellal-Khénifra, Morocco with a population of 27,723. Elevation: 2,356 ft (718 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

27,723 Population 10,462/sq mi density
2,356 ft Elevation 718 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
22.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone

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About Zawyat ech Cheïkh

Guettaya is a town and rural commune in Béni Mellal Province, Béni Mellal-Khénifra, Morocco. At the time of the 2004 census, the commune had a total population of 14,621 people living in 2603 households.

People

Population27,723
Density10,462/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation2,356 ft (718 m)
Population27,723
Population Density10,462 / sq mi
Elevation2,356 ft (718 m)
Coordinates32.6445°, -5.9183°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceBéni Mellal-Khénifra
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation22.3 inches (566 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zawyat ech Cheïkh

Zawyat ech Cheïkh is a small city in Morocco (Béni Mellal-Khénifra) with a population of 27,723. The city sits at an elevation of 2,356 feet (718 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Casablanca.

Climate in Zawyat ech Cheïkh

Zawyat ech Cheïkh has an average annual temperature of 15°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jul (26.8°C), the coldest is Jan (5.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 492 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.6°C / 42°F -4.2° / 18.8° 40.2
Feb 7.6°C / 46°F -2.5° / 20.6° 37.1
Mar 9.3°C / 49°F -1.5° / 23.6° 90.3
Apr 12.1°C / 54°F 0.1° / 25.7° 66.1
May 17°C / 63°F 3.6° / 30.7° 31.3
Jun 20.9°C / 70°F 8.2° / 35.1° 10.6
Jul 26.8°C / 80°F 15.2° / 37.7° 6.3
Aug 26.3°C / 79°F 14.5° / 37.8° 13.9
Sep 20.8°C / 69°F 9.2° / 33.5° 87.0
Oct 15.9°C / 61°F 4.1° / 29.3° 39.7
Nov 10.2°C / 50°F -0.1° / 23.1° 22.1
Dec 7.3°C / 45°F -1.9° / 20.7° 48.1
Zawyat ech Cheïkh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,356 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above Morocco avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,356 ft (718 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density10,462/sq mi
Coordinates32.6445°N, 5.9183°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.3"
41% below Morocco avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 2.95"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

48 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.8 on May 23, 2025.

Aug 11, 2007 15 km SSE of Aïn Leuh, Morocco M4.7 86 km
Aug 5, 2010 47 km SSE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M4.6 48 km
Jun 12, 2006 26 km SE of Khenifra, Morocco M4.5 40 km
Oct 15, 2024 22 km SE of Aïn Leuh, Morocco M4.5 93 km
May 31, 2013 56 km ESE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M4.5 57 km
Feb 14, 2011 53 km NE of Ifrane, Morocco M4.5 70 km
Jul 6, 2009 41 km NE of Ifrane, Morocco M4.5 74 km
Mar 5, 2006 15 km ENE of Beni Mellal, Morocco M4.4 39 km
Jun 4, 2018 26 km SE of Midelt, Morocco M4.3 132 km
Apr 14, 2013 19 km ESE of Azrou, Morocco M4.3 114 km
Jan 2, 2024 26 km N of Ifrane, Morocco M4.3 90 km
Apr 15, 2014 17 km N of Ifrane, Morocco M4.2 139 km
Jun 18, 1998 21 km S of Khenifra, Morocco M4.2 28 km
May 14, 2014 18 km NE of Ifrane, Morocco M4.2 142 km
Aug 4, 1997 32 km SSE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M4.1 33 km
Mar 29, 2000 37 km SSE of Beni Mellal, Morocco M4.0 74 km
Jul 15, 2006 38 km E of Ifrane, Morocco M4.0 106 km
May 12, 2014 10 km ESE of Beni Mellal, Morocco M4.0 50 km
May 23, 2025 26 km W of Oulmes, Morocco M3.8 95 km
Jun 27, 1993 12 km SSE of Azrou, Morocco M3.8 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in
March 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in Wettest
April 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
May 58°F (15°C) 1.7 in
June 67°F (19°C) 0.6 in
July 74°F (24°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 74°F (24°C) 0.3 in
September 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
November 49°F (9°C) 2.9 in
December 43°F (6°C) 2.9 in

Zawyat ech Cheïkh has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 42°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Zawyat ech Cheïkh

Institution Type Founded Website
College zaouiat cheikh College

Schools in Zawyat ech Cheïkh

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
oum ramman high school
LYCEE QUALIFIANT AL ATLAS
Lycée Qualifiant Al Atlas
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Hotels in Zawyat ech Cheïkh

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Imilchil

Restaurants in Zawyat ech Cheïkh

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anna Jah tagine chiken
Cafe Chatilla
Imouzzer Tagine

Cafes in Zawyat ech Cheïkh

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coffee House

Bus Stations in Zawyat ech Cheïkh

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MA #5099364721

Gas Stations in Zawyat ech Cheïkh

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lina
Shell شل

Airports Near Zawyat ech Cheïkh

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Beni Mellal AirportBEMLarge Airport

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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Frequently Asked Questions About Zawyat ech Cheïkh

What is the population of Zawyat ech Cheïkh?

Zawyat ech Cheïkh has a population of 27,723 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 10,462 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zawyat ech Cheïkh?

Zawyat ech Cheïkh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.3 inches.

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