On Thursday, May 28, 2026, the Direction générale de la météorologie reported a period of warm to locally hot weather across several regions, including the northern and central plains, the Saiss, and the Moulouya valley. While temperatures remain elevated in many areas, the agency forecasts a slight decline in maximum temperatures for specific inland and coastal provinces.
Temperature Trends and Regional Variability
The meteorological outlook for this Thursday indicates a complex thermal pattern across the territory. According to the latest forecasts from Médias24, while the heat remains a significant factor, a slight decrease in maximum temperatures is expected across the northern plains, the central regions, the Atlas Mountains, and the southern provinces. Conversely, other sectors may see a modest rise in temperature levels.
In contrast to the cooling trend in some areas, specific locations are bracing for intense heat. As reported by Le360, maximum temperatures are projected to reach as high as 42°C in Aousserd and 40°C in Es-Semara. Marrakech is also expected to experience significant heat, with a peak of 38°C, while cities like Fès, Béni Mellal, and Khouribga are forecasting highs of 37°C. The provincial authorities in the Guelmim-Oued Noun region have issued internal circulars to local municipalities, urging the activation of heat-monitoring protocols for vulnerable populations in rural zones, citing the potential for heat-related exhaustion among agricultural workers.
Atmospheric Instability and Precipitation Risks
Beyond the heat, the weather system is characterized by atmospheric instability. Unstable clouds are expected to bring scattered showers or localized thunderstorms, particularly over the High Atlas, the Southeast, and the Oriental regions. Parts of the Rif and Middle Atlas are also susceptible to these localized weather events.
Coastal and Mediterranean areas are experiencing different conditions. Morning and nocturnal fog formations are anticipated along the Mediterranean coastline and in specific sectors of the Atlantic coast. Furthermore, the Imaz Press meteorological summary notes that while the day largely mirrors the conditions of the previous Wednesday, the eastern regions are dealing with residual humidity, and the higher elevations in the west and southwest are seeing more pronounced afternoon showers. The Office National des Aéroports (ONDA) has advised that while flight operations remain largely unaffected, visibility concerns in the Oriental region due to combined fog and dust are being monitored by air traffic control centers in Oujda and Nador to ensure safety during landing phases.
Wind Patterns and Maritime Conditions
Wind activity remains a notable factor in the current forecast. Moderate to fairly strong gusts are expected across the southern provinces, with specific impacts in the Southeast, the Oriental, and the Atlas regions. These winds are accompanied by local dust storms, which may further affect visibility and air quality in these zones. The Ministry of Equipment and Water has issued a bulletin for road users, particularly heavy-duty vehicle operators, to exercise caution on the N1 and N10 national roads, where crosswinds are projected to reach speeds capable of impacting high-profile vehicles.
The maritime forecast is equally active. Sea conditions are generally described as follows:
- Mediterranean: Beautiful to slightly rough.
- Strait: Slightly rough to rough.
- Atlantic littoral: Slightly rough to rough, with local agitation south of Cap Barbas.
The Moroccan Royal Navy, through its maritime surveillance units, has signaled to commercial fishing fleets operating out of Dakhla and Laayoune that the local agitation near Cap Barbas may necessitate the postponement of small-vessel departures. The Ministry of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development, and Water and Forests has coordinated with regional delegations to ensure that port authorities are maintaining heightened vigilance during this period of maritime instability.
Urban Heat and Public Safety Measures
In urban centers like Paris, the current meteorological situation is defined by a period of intense heat. Reporting from 20 Minutes highlights that the city is experiencing a significant heatwave, with temperatures climbing toward 31°C to 32°C. The agency emphasizes that during such periods of high heat, it is essential for residents to prioritize hydration, utilize cooling methods such as regular showers or misters, and keep shutters closed during the day to mitigate the impact of the rising temperatures. The Paris Prefecture of Police has authorized the opening of additional “cool rooms” (salles rafraîchies) in public municipal buildings to accommodate elderly residents and those lacking adequate residential insulation.
Meanwhile, in other regions like Carpentras, the thermal progression is stark. Ouest-France notes that temperatures in the area are expected to climb from 32°C in the morning to peaks between 34°C and 36°C in the afternoon. The transition toward the evening will remain warm, with temperatures slowly receding from 35°C to 30°C late in the night, reflecting the sustained nature of this heat event as it continues through the end of the week.
Public health officials in the Vaucluse department have escalated their alert status to “Yellow” (vigilance jaune), mandating that nursing homes and medical facilities check the hydration status of patients every four hours. The regional health agency (ARS) for Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur has reported that emergency services are prepared for a potential spike in heat-related consultations. Furthermore, local agricultural chambers in the region have warned that the combination of high afternoon temperatures and sustained nocturnal warmth may necessitate early-morning irrigation schedules for crops, as the lack of a significant nighttime cool-down prevents plants from recovering from moisture stress. This regional heat event has prompted discussions among local municipal councils regarding the long-term viability of current urban planning models, with calls to increase the “green canopy” in town centers to combat the urban heat island effect observed throughout this week’s forecast.
