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Weather & Climate in Khemis Sahel, Morocco
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Khemis Sahel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 284 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 28.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 591 feet.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 591 ft (180 m) |
| Area | 66.3 sq mi (171.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 103/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2534°N, 6.0796°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Casablanca |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
213 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| Feb 10, 2025 | 25 km N of Ouezzane, Morocco | M5.1 | 57 km | 30 km |
| Dec 16, 2013 | 85 km WNW of Larache, Morocco | M4.8 | 90 km | 35 km |
| Apr 22, 2010 | 10 km NW of Larache, Morocco | M4.8 | 13 km | 10 km |
| Nov 10, 1999 | 58 km E of Martil, Morocco | M4.7 | 139 km | 110 km |
| Sep 27, 2000 | 37 km NNW of Fès al Bali, Morocco | M4.6 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Jun 28, 2001 | 17 km SSE of Kenitra, Morocco | M4.6 | 133 km | 23 km |
| Jan 21, 2010 | 6 km N of Ouezzane, Morocco | M4.5 | 64 km | 10 km |
| Aug 25, 2010 | 13 km WSW of Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain | M4.5 | 126 km | 44 km |
| Jul 1, 2020 | 34 km WSW of Taounate, Morocco | M4.5 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Jun 23, 2007 | 4 km NNE of Sidi Qacem, Morocco | M4.4 | 116 km | 6 km |
| Feb 16, 2019 | 23 km WSW of Targuist, Morocco | M4.3 | 144 km | 59 km |
| Jul 13, 1996 | 21 km W of Ouezzane, Morocco | M4.3 | 56 km | 33 km |
| Dec 13, 2000 | 8 km WSW of Los Barrios, Spain | M4.3 | 110 km | 72 km |
| May 1, 1993 | 12 km NNW of Larache, Morocco | M4.2 | 13 km | 61 km |
| Feb 18, 2012 | 26 km NE of Sidi Qacem, Morocco | M4.2 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Feb 4, 2024 | 29 km SSE of Ouezzane, Morocco | M4.2 | 97 km | 8 km |
| Feb 14, 2010 | 16 km NNE of Ouezzane, Morocco | M4.2 | 63 km | 27 km |
| Aug 4, 1999 | 10 km ESE of Martil, Morocco | M4.2 | 90 km | 10 km |
| Apr 13, 1990 | 43 km E of Martil, Morocco | M4.2 | 124 km | 86 km |
| Feb 18, 2011 | 61 km NW of Tirhanimîne, Morocco | M4.2 | 147 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1978 | CADIZ | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 148 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
Khemis Sahel has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 52°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (0.0").