Morocco’s weather flips from heat to thunderstorms in days

Morocco will face a period of unstable weather in the coming days, marked by a mix of rising temperatures and thunderstorms before a gradual return to calmer conditions, according to the national meteorological authority.

The change is driven by the interaction between a Saharan thermal low affecting southern and central regions and an upper level cold air mass approaching the north, creating conditions for atmospheric instability and storm formation.

The peak of the disturbances is expected on Thursday and Friday, with thunderstorms forecast over the Atlas Mountains, the Rif and eastern regions. These may be accompanied by heavy rainfall, hail and strong winds, particularly in the southeast, where blowing dust could reduce visibility.

Temperatures will vary sharply across the country. Southern and southeastern areas could see highs approaching 38°C, while mountainous regions remain cooler, with lows between 8°C and 13°C. Such contrasts are typical of spring, when weather patterns shift rapidly across regions.

Rainfall will also affect northern areas, including the Atlantic plains and Tangier, though generally lighter and more scattered.
Conditions are expected to remain unsettled into Saturday, with continued thunderstorms in northern and mountainous مناطق and persistent winds along central and southern coasts.

From Sunday into early next week, the weather is forecast to stabilize gradually, with low clouds and localized fog forming over northern Atlantic plains and Mediterranean areas. Temperatures are expected to drop midweek before stabilizing again.

Spring weather in Morocco is typically variable, with moderate averages around 14°C to 22°C and occasional rainfall episodes, reflecting the transitional nature of the season.

Authorities urged caution in areas affected by storms, particularly due to risks of hail, strong winds and reduced visibility from dust.