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Weather & Climate in Zerarda, Morocco
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Zerarda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 307 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 16.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,854 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 60.0°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,854 ft (870 m) |
| Area | 82.0 sq mi (212.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 56/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9700°N, 4.3800°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Casablanca |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,013 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 | 135 km | 0 km |
| Feb 25, 2004 | 15 km WNW of Tirhanimîne, Morocco | M5.3 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Mar 7, 2004 | 18 km WSW of Bni Bouayach, Morocco | M5.1 | 123 km | 0 km |
| Feb 26, 2004 | 20 km W of Tirhanimîne, Morocco | M5.0 | 142 km | 11 km |
| Jan 7, 2023 | Morocco | M4.9 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2004 | 6 km WSW of Bni Bouayach, Morocco | M4.8 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Oct 20, 1998 | 24 km WSW of Midar, Morocco | M4.7 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Mar 12, 2004 | 25 km E of Targuist, Morocco | M4.7 | 112 km | 0 km |
| Aug 11, 2007 | 15 km SSE of Aïn Leuh, Morocco | M4.7 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2004 | 37 km SE of Targuist, Morocco | M4.7 | 85 km | 17 km |
| Feb 24, 2004 | 9 km WSW of Bni Bouayach, Morocco | M4.7 | 130 km | 1 km |
| Feb 24, 2004 | 7 km S of Tirhanimîne, Morocco | M4.7 | 139 km | 0 km |
| Feb 24, 2004 | 9 km WSW of Imzouren, Morocco | M4.7 | 133 km | 6 km |
| Feb 27, 2004 | 5 km SSE of Tirhanimîne, Morocco | M4.6 | 142 km | 0 km |
| Feb 24, 2004 | 7 km SSW of Tirhanimîne, Morocco | M4.6 | 139 km | 0 km |
| Jun 3, 1994 | 7 km WNW of Tirhanimîne, Morocco | M4.6 | 146 km | 15 km |
| Sep 27, 2000 | 37 km NNW of Fès al Bali, Morocco | M4.6 | 82 km | 10 km |
| Mar 11, 2014 | 16 km NNE of Fès al Bali, Morocco | M4.6 | 56 km | 10 km |
| Mar 3, 2004 | 13 km SW of Tirhanimîne, Morocco | M4.5 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Apr 6, 2004 | 23 km NE of Targuist, Morocco | M4.5 | 124 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 47°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
Zerarda has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 45°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 16.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.2") and July the driest (0.1").