Morocco Weather: Intense Cold, Snow, and Strong Winds on Wednesday, January 7
Weather Forecast: Cold Conditions Expected Across Various Regions
The General Directorate of Meteorology predicts cold weather in the Atlas Mountains, and relatively cold temperatures for the Rif, Southeast, and the high plateaus, with a noticeable drop in temperatures.
Snowfall Anticipated in the Middle Atlas
Light snowfall is expected in the mountainous areas of the Middle Atlas, particularly at higher altitudes, increasing the risk of frost and slippery roads.
Unstable Weather with Localized Showers
The weather will be intermittently cloudy in the Northwest of the country and Northern Oriental, with a chance of scattered showers in some areas.
Strong Wind Gusts Likely
Fairly strong gusts of wind will blow across the Mediterranean coast, Oriental regions, central coastlines, and southern provinces.
Very Low Minimum Temperatures
Minimum temperatures are expected to range as follows:
- -16 to -11°C in the Atlas mountains.
- -4 to 0°C in the Rif and high plateaus.
- 8 to 13°C in the Saharan provinces.
- 3 to 8°C across the rest of the country.
Sea Conditions: Caution Advised in the South
Sea conditions will include:
- Moderate to rough in the Mediterranean.
- Clear to slightly choppy in the Strait of Gibraltar.
- Slightly choppy to rough north of Casablanca.
- Rough to very rough in the south, becoming locally very strong between Agadir and Tarfaya.
Stay alert and take necessary precautions during these cold conditions.
