Oujda, Oriental, Morocco uses Africa/Casablanca, currently +01 (UTC+01:00). Clocks move back 1 hour on 7 February 2027.
Oujda is a city in Morocco, with a population of about 539,700. Local clocks move forward and back with daylight saving time each year.
The band below is your local scale — accent shows when everyone's business hours overlap. Add or remove a city on the left and this updates too.
Written for people arriving, calling in, or planning a trip around the time difference.
The old medina and central districts keep markets, mosques, and transit links within walking distance of one another, while newer neighborhoods further out are quieter and better suited to those with a vehicle.
The old medina's narrow streets are most comfortable to explore in the cooler morning or evening hours, especially during the hot summer months. Spring and autumn afternoons are generally pleasant for longer walks.
Petit taxis are the most convenient way to get around for short trips, with buses covering longer routes. The old medina is best explored on foot given its narrow, pedestrian-friendly streets. Planning routes a little ahead of time can help avoid the busiest stretches.
Spring and autumn bring mild, comfortable temperatures well suited to exploring on foot. Summers turn hot and dry, while winters are mild but can bring occasional rain. Local advice on current conditions is always worth checking before a trip.
Morocco uses the MAD, calling code +212.
Morocco uses the Moroccan dirham, and Arabic is the official language, with French also widely used in business and everyday settings. Polite, unhurried greetings are an important part of most interactions. Locals generally appreciate visitors making an effort with a few basic phrases.
