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Zayda, Morocco

Drâa-Tafilalet · Morocco

Zayda is a small city in Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco with a population of 7,831. Elevation: 4,783 ft (1,458 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,831 Population 24/sq mi density
4,783 ft Elevation 1,458 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
9.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Casablanca Timezone

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About Zayda

Zayda

Zaida is a Berber village in the central-western region of Morocco. It is located about 30 kilometers southeast of the city of Midelt and is known for its apple production.

People

Population7,831
Density24/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain9.0 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation4,783 ft (1,458 m)
Population7,831
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation4,783 ft (1,458 m)
Coordinates32.8192°, -4.9610°
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
Country🇲🇦 Morocco
State / ProvinceDrâa-Tafilalet
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation9.0 inches (228 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zayda

Zayda is a small city in Morocco (Drâa-Tafilalet) with a population of 7,831. The city sits at an elevation of 4,783 feet (1,458 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Casablanca.

Climate in Zayda

Zayda has an average annual temperature of 15.5°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jul (26°C), the coldest is Jan (7°C). Average annual precipitation is 181 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 7°C / 45°F 1.3° / 12.7° 11.7
Feb 8.2°C / 47°F 1.8° / 14.6° 10.3
Mar 11°C / 52°F 4.7° / 17.4° 17.8
Apr 13.8°C / 57°F 7.1° / 20.6° 18.3
May 17.2°C / 63°F 10.2° / 24.1° 19.3
Jun 21.8°C / 71°F 14.2° / 29.3° 11.8
Jul 26°C / 79°F 17.7° / 34.3° 6.4
Aug 25.2°C / 77°F 17.4° / 33.1° 15.1
Sep 20.6°C / 69°F 13.6° / 27.6° 19.6
Oct 16.6°C / 62°F 10.3° / 22.8° 23.2
Nov 10.7°C / 51°F 5.1° / 16.3° 18.2
Dec 8°C / 46°F 2.3° / 13.8° 9.4
Zayda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 320 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 9.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,783 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above Morocco avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,783 ft (1,458 m)
Area324.8 sq mi (841.2 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates32.8192°N, 4.9610°W
TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.0"
76% below Morocco avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 1.18"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

59 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 48 km
Aug 5, 2010 47 km SSE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M4.6 93 km
Oct 15, 2024 22 km SE of Aïn Leuh, Morocco M4.5 43 km
Jul 6, 2009 41 km NE of Ifrane, Morocco M4.5 139 km
Feb 14, 2011 53 km NE of Ifrane, Morocco M4.5 127 km
May 31, 2013 56 km ESE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M4.5 59 km
Jun 12, 2006 26 km SE of Khenifra, Morocco M4.5 51 km
Nov 12, 1990 99 km NE of Errachidia, Morocco M4.4 135 km
Mar 5, 2006 15 km ENE of Beni Mellal, Morocco M4.4 125 km
Jul 14, 1997 34 km SSW of Tmourghout, Morocco M4.3 116 km
Feb 16, 2020 47 km E of Midelt, Morocco M4.3 69 km
Apr 14, 2013 19 km ESE of Azrou, Morocco M4.3 60 km
Jun 4, 2018 26 km SE of Midelt, Morocco M4.3 52 km
Apr 15, 2014 17 km N of Ifrane, Morocco M4.2 97 km
Jun 18, 1998 21 km S of Khenifra, Morocco M4.2 64 km
May 14, 2014 18 km NE of Ifrane, Morocco M4.2 94 km
Mar 14, 2014 15 km SW of Tmourghout, Morocco M4.2 134 km
Jan 24, 2022 Fes-Boulemane, Morocco M4.2 80 km
Dec 9, 1993 7 km ESE of Fès al Bali, Morocco M4.1 137 km
Aug 4, 1997 32 km SSE of Zawyat ech Cheïkh, Morocco M4.1 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 0.9 in
March 49°F (9°C) 0.9 in
April 55°F (13°C) 1.2 in Wettest
May 60°F (16°C) 1.1 in
June 69°F (20°C) 0.6 in
July 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.3 in
September 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
October 58°F (14°C) 0.9 in
November 48°F (9°C) 0.9 in
December 42°F (5°C) 0.6 in

Zayda has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 40°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.2") and July the driest (0.2").

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Farmers Markets in Zayda

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
swika Midelt

Hotels in Zayda

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel ksar Timnay
Riad Mimouna de Timnay

Restaurants in Zayda

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Atlasrestau
cordero asado
Restaurant 7
RESTAURANT ALAOU
Restaurant Le Mosque

Gas Stations in Zayda

9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Afriquia
Afriquia
MA #1244903684
MA #1245181685
MA #902479400
Station Green Oil
WNXO
ZIZ
Ziz

Ski Resorts Near Zayda

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Habri ski resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Michlifen ski resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Zayda

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ifran Airport-Small 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 Zayda

What is the population of Zayda?

Zayda has a population of 7,831 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 324.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zayda?

Zayda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.0 inches.

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