Reservoirs dedicated to agricultural irrigation in Morocco are showing encouraging signs of recovery this season, with a national fill rate reaching 37%. That translates to 5.2 billion cubic meters of stored water—an improvement over the same time last year, when levels stood at just 30%.
This uptick comes amid a mixed meteorological backdrop. While the country experienced early rains in October that reached most regions, the wet season stalled between November and February. However, rainfall made a stronger return starting in March, accompanied by snowfall in some areas. These late-season weather patterns have brought much-needed relief to drought-stricken agricultural zones.
As of June 5, 2025, cumulative rainfall across Morocco was measured at approximately 302 millimeters. Although this is still 23% below the 30-year seasonal average, it represents a 14% increase over last year’s totals—a promising sign after several years of disappointing rainfall. The improvement is raising hopes for a gradual return to more predictable agricultural cycles.
The renewed rainfall has sparked a visible rebound in vegetation cover. Farmers are already seeing stronger yields from autumn crops, while spring plantings—particularly legumes and oilseeds—are showing solid early development. The recovery also bodes well for livestock farming: healthier forage growth could ease the pressure on herds that have been severely impacted by repeated dry seasons.
