Morocco Weather Office Predicts Significant Rainfall and Snowfall Across Provinces

Moroccan provinces will experience strong rainfall and snowfall from Monday to Wednesday, with several areas under orange alert. Temperatures are expected to drop between -3 and 3 degrees Celsius, while the agricultural sector anticipates the rain to support crops during a challenging season.

The General Directorate of Meteorology in Morocco has issued an orange alert, predicting significant rainfall across multiple provinces from Monday to Wednesday. Rainfall is expected to range between 35 and 50 millimeters in provinces such as Taourirt, Figuig, Guercif, Boulemane, Errachidia, Tinghir, and Midelt, occurring from Monday midnight until Tuesday morning.

Additionally, provinces including Ouarzazate, Al Haouz, Sefrou, Taza, Beni Mellal, Azilal, M’diq-Fnideq, and Fahs-Anjra will experience rainfall between 25 and 30 millimeters on Monday from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Snowfall is forecasted in Boulemane, Azilal, Beni Mellal, Al Haouz, Tinghir, and Midelt during the same period.

Cold weather is also predicted, with temperatures dropping to between -3 and 3 degrees Celsius in Azilal, Beni Mellal, Al Haouz, Midelt, Tinghir, Ouarzazate, Boulemane, and Ifrane from Monday to Wednesday. Recent rainfall across various provinces, including Rabat, has provided some relief.

These weather conditions are particularly favorable for Morocco’s agricultural sector, which has been struggling with drought and water shortages. The Minister of Agriculture, Ahmed El Bouari, announced the start of the agricultural season, aiming to mitigate challenges like water scarcity and rising expenses, while covering 5 million hectares with 1.26 million quintals of certified seeds at reduced prices to promote adoption.

In summary, the Moroccan weather forecast indicates substantial rainfall, snowfall, and cold temperatures affecting several provinces from Monday to Wednesday. This precipitation is welcomed by the agriculture sector, which has been reeling from drought. The Ministry of Agriculture’s efforts to support farmers with certified seeds and lower prices aim to bolster agricultural productivity during these challenging times.

Original Source: www.moroccoworldnews.com