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Weather & Climate in Chefchaouen, Morocco
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Chefchaouen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 274 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 34.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,991 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,991 ft (607 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,852/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1688°N, 5.2636°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Casablanca |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,449 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.4.
| Feb 24, 2004 | 11 km SSW of Tirhanimîne, Morocco | M6.4 | 115 km | 0 km |
| May 26, 1994 | 15 km WNW of Tirhanimîne, Morocco | M6.0 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Feb 25, 2004 | 15 km WNW of Tirhanimîne, Morocco | M5.3 | 105 km | 10 km |
| Jan 25, 2016 | 28 km N of Al Hoceïma, Morocco | M5.2 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Jan 25, 2016 | 29 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco | M5.1 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Feb 10, 2025 | 25 km N of Ouezzane, Morocco | M5.1 | 29 km | 30 km |
| Mar 7, 2004 | 18 km WSW of Bni Bouayach, Morocco | M5.1 | 114 km | 0 km |
| Feb 26, 2004 | 20 km W of Tirhanimîne, Morocco | M5.0 | 99 km | 11 km |
| Mar 3, 2016 | 29 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco | M5.0 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Jan 25, 2016 | 39 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco | M5.0 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Jan 7, 2023 | Morocco | M4.9 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Jul 25, 2020 | 20 km NNE of Al Hoceïma, Morocco | M4.8 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2010 | 10 km NW of Larache, Morocco | M4.8 | 88 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2004 | 6 km WSW of Bni Bouayach, Morocco | M4.8 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Nov 10, 1999 | 58 km E of Martil, Morocco | M4.7 | 81 km | 110 km |
| Mar 12, 2004 | 25 km E of Targuist, Morocco | M4.7 | 114 km | 0 km |
| Feb 24, 2004 | 9 km WSW of Bni Bouayach, Morocco | M4.7 | 121 km | 1 km |
| Oct 20, 1998 | 24 km WSW of Midar, Morocco | M4.7 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2004 | 7 km S of Tirhanimîne, Morocco | M4.7 | 119 km | 0 km |
| Feb 24, 2004 | 37 km SE of Targuist, Morocco | M4.7 | 123 km | 17 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 5.7 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 5.1 in |
Chefchaouen has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 47°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.0") and July the driest (0.0").