Zerkten, Morocco
Marrakesh-Safi · Morocco
Zerkten is a small city in Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco with a population of 18,335. Elevation: 3,914 ft (1,193 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 Zerkten
Zerkten is a small town and rural commune in Al Haouz Province of the Marrakesh-Tensift-El Haouz region of Morocco. At the time of the 2004 census, the commune had a total population of 19154 people living in 2826 households.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,335 |
| Population Density | 3,986 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,914 ft (1,193 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.4447°, -7.3922° |
| Timezone | Africa/Casablanca |
| Country | 🇲🇦 Morocco |
| State / Province | Marrakesh-Safi |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.0 inches (380 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.2 inches (0 cm) |
About Zerkten
Zerkten is a small city in Morocco (Marrakesh-Safi) with a population of 18,335. The city sits at an elevation of 3,914 feet (1,193 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Casablanca.
Climate in Zerkten
Zerkten has an average annual temperature of 17°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.7°C), the coldest is Jan (8.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 232 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.0°F |
| 13% above Morocco avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,914 ft (1,193 m) |
| Area | 4.6 sq mi (11.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,986/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.4447°N, 7.3922°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Casablanca |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 71°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
Zerkten has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 48°F in December to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.3") and July the driest (0.1").
Hotels in Zerkten
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Zerkten
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Zerkten
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Zerkten
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oukaimden ski resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Zerkten
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Marrakesh Menara Airport | RAK | Large Airport |
| Ouarzazate International Airport | OZZ | Large Airport |
| Ben Guerir Air Base | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Zerkten
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| مسجد تيسليت |
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What is the population of Zerkten?
Zerkten has a population of 18,335 residents and is located in Morocco. The population density is 3,986 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zerkten?
Zerkten 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 77°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 15.0 inches.
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