Rabat– Morocco has experienced a notable increase in rainfall between September 2024, and March 19, 2025, with a total of 113.9 mm recorded, according to Mustapha Baitas, the government spokesperson.
This figure represents an 88.1% increase over last year’s rainfall, which amounted to just 60 mm, although it still falls 18.3% short of the national annual average of 139.3 mm.
Baitas shared this information during a press briefing following the Government Council session, addressing journalists’ questions about Morocco’s water situation.
Despite the small boost compared to the long-term average, the minister stated that the recent rainfall has been particularly beneficial in reducing Morocco’s water deficit and enhancing the water levels in its dams.
Since February 22, the country has experienced significant precipitation, surpassing 130% of the normal average for this period. Last year, Morocco recorded 18 mm of rainfall during the same time frame. However, this year saw 43.5 mm, signaling a positive shift in the nation’s water resources.
Baitas also noted that the rainfall, combined with snowfall in various regions, has greatly contributed to increasing the water reserves in dams.
Total water inflows from September 1, 2024, to March 20, 2025, have been estimated at 2,981 million cubic meters. While this figure represents a 60.5% deficit compared to the annual average of 7,543 million cubic meters, it marks a 57.5% increase over the same period last year, providing a crucial boost to Morocco’s water supply.
The impact of these rains is already being felt in the country’s water infrastructure. The retention rate in dams has improved significantly, rising from 27% to 36% as of March 20, 2025, amounting to a total of 6.12 billion cubic meters in water reserves.
For Moroccan farmers, this increase in rainfall has brought much-needed relief. Baitas pointed out that the precipitation has been especially beneficial for fruit trees, helping to reduce the need for irrigation.
This will, in turn, lower energy costs for farmers and help ease the financial strain on livestock owners, who have faced rising feed costs due to the ongoing drought.
The recent rains have also sparked optimism across the agricultural sector, as the country looks ahead to a potentially more productive growing season.
The improved water availability is expected to ease the burdens of farmers and herders alike, providing a hopeful outlook for Morocco’s agricultural future.
