Cold air mass from Europe brings sharp day night temperature swings to Morocco

Cold air mass from Europe brings sharp day night temperature swings to Morocco
Friday 13 March 2026 - 17:59

Morocco has experienced a noticeable return of colder weather in recent days, accompanied by sharp temperature differences between daytime and nighttime readings across several regions, the national weather service said.

According to the General Directorate of Meteorology, the conditions are linked to a cold air mass originating from central and eastern Europe that moved south across the Mediterranean before reaching North Africa. The agency said the current situation is not the result of a direct polar outbreak but rather a high altitude low pressure system pushing colder air toward Morocco.

Recent rainfall in northern regions and snowfall across mountain ranges, particularly in the Middle and High Atlas and parts of the Rif, have reinforced the ощущение of cold temperatures, especially in mountainous areas.

Meteorologists said the daily temperature gap, which can reach around 15 degrees Celsius between midday and night, is typical for March in Morocco. Clear nights allow heat to escape rapidly through ground radiation, maintaining colder nighttime conditions despite stronger sunshine during the day.

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