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Tarfaya
City in Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra (EH-partial), Morocco
Overview
Tucked along Morocco's far southwestern coast, Tarfaya is a remote port city known for its windswept Atlantic views, literary history, and connection to trans-Saharan expeditions. Its friendly local community and tranquil pace invite visitors to explore a unique slice of Moroccan culture away from typical tourist crowds.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Morocco
Region
Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra (EH-partial)
Population
11,030
Time Zone
Africa/Casablanca
Coordinates
27.94°, -12.92°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$508
Local Cost
$255
Local Income
$210
Cashless
20
English
15
Temperature
19.7°C
Summer Avg
21.2°C
Winter Avg
17.6°C
Record High
33.3°C
Record Low
11.1°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
101 mm
Internet Speed
39 Mbps
Upload
30 Mbps
Latency
78 ms
City Vibrancy
7
Coworking
0
Cafes
5
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
Transport
11
Walk Score
11
Footways
22.0
Airport
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Distance
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 78 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 72/100.
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