Strong Thunderstorms Expected Across Morocco
The weather alert from the Directorate General of Meteorology suggested that rainfall will produce 15 and 25 millimeters from Tuesday afternoon to the evening.
Rainfall is expected to hit several provinces, including Taza, Sefrou, El Hajeb, and Ifrane.
The same weather will also concern Al Hoceima, Guercif, Khenifra, and Khemisset.
Last week saw rising temperatures in Morocco, particularly during the weekend, when Moroccans celebrated Eid Al Adha without the sacrifice ritual.
Temperatures have cooled down in several provinces this week, including in Rabat. The temperature now stands at about 24 degrees Celsius in several provinces, while lower temperatures range between 16 and 17 degrees.
Rising temperatures will go back to between 26 and 29 degrees, starting next Sunday. Tags: bad weathermorocco rainfall
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