Morocco issues orange heat alert as temperatures near 47°C

Morocco issues orange heat alert as temperatures near 47°C
Tuesday 4 August 2026 - 16:15

Morocco’s General Directorate of Meteorology has issued an orange-level weather alert, warning of an intense heatwave expected to affect several provinces across the country starting Tuesday.

According to weather bulletin No. 141/2026, temperatures of 44°C to 47°C are forecast in the provinces of Errachidia, Zagora, Tata, Taroudant, Assa-Zag, Es-Semara, Boujdour, Oued Ed-Dahab and Aousserd from Tuesday, Aug. 4, through Thursday, Aug. 6.

The meteorological authority also forecast temperatures ranging between 42°C and 45°C on Tuesday in Fquih Ben Salah, Beni Mellal, Settat, Kelaat Sraghna and Marrakech.

Meanwhile, highs of 39°C to 42°C are expected in Agadir-Ida-Ou Tanane, Essaouira, Azilal and Chtouka Ait Baha.

The DGM urged residents to exercise caution during the hottest hours of the day, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and stay well hydrated to reduce the risk of heat-related illnesses.

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