Keywords: Atlas Mountains


Morocco weather: thunderstorms and heavy showers expected across several regions

Weather conditions are expected to remain unsettled across large parts of Morocco on Tuesday, October 6, as tropical cloud formations continue to bring thunderstorms, locally heavy showers and strong wind gusts to several regions. According to the forecast issued by the General Directorate of Meteorology,......

Morocco weather: Thunderstorms and strong winds expected as heat persists on September 19

Morocco is set for a varied weather pattern on Saturday, September 19, 2026, with persistent heat in several inland and southern areas contrasting with unstable conditions bringing thunderstorms, showers and strong wind gusts to other parts of the country. According to the General Directorate of Meteorology,......

Morocco elevates its tourism appeal with premium destinations and diversified experiences

Morocco is strengthening its position as one of the Mediterranean's most dynamic travel destinations by expanding beyond its traditional tourism hubs and investing in a broader, higher-value visitor experience, according to a recent feature published by French magazine Paris Match. The publication......

Caftan Week 2026 in Marrakech celebrates Morocco’s evolving traditional heritage

The 26th edition of Caftan Week concluded on Saturday evening in Marrakech with a grand fashion show celebrating the richness and elegance of Morocco’s traditional clothing heritage. Held in a refined and festive atmosphere, the event highlighted the Moroccan caftan as a symbol of authenticity......

Rare fossils shed light on Earth’s earliest ecosystems in Morocco

A groundbreaking discovery in Morocco’s Anti-Atlas Mountains has unveiled rare fossils that could illuminate the transition from the Ediacaran period to the Cambrian explosion, over 540 million years ago. This pivotal moment in Earth’s history marked the emergence of complex life, and researchers......

Aït Bouguemez residents march for dignity and basic rights

In the early hours of July 9, 2025, over a thousand residents of Aït Bouguemez, a valley nestled in Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains, embarked on a peaceful march to demand improved living conditions and basic rights. Their journey, spanning 77 kilometers, was aimed at drawing attention to years......

Morocco braces for extreme heat and thunderstorms in southern and southeastern regions

Morocco is set to experience soaring temperatures and scattered thunderstorms next week as the Saharan Heat Low intensifies, according to the General Directorate of Meteorology. While coastal areas will see calm weather, the southeastern and southern regions are forecast to endure a severe heatwave and......

Morocco's Atlas Mountains to Host Groundbreaking Dinosaur Theme Park

Morocco's tourism landscape is set to expand with an innovative dinosaur-themed leisure park in the heart of the Atlas Mountains. The "Dino Parc" project, announced by the Moroccan Agency for Tourism Engineering (SMIT) and the Béni Mellal-Khénifra regional authorities, will......

Morocco’s Culture and Safety Lauded by French Political Figure

Morocco has emerged as a beacon of cultural richness and safety in recent years, earning accolades from notable international figures. French opposition politician Jordan Bardella recently praised the country for its vibrant cultural heritage and secure environment, contrasting it with the challenges......