Mahkamat al-Pasha
Mahkamat al-Pasha is a courthouse in Casablanca that features Moorish architecture. It was established in 1942 and is one of the 27 most looked-up sights in Morocco on English Wikipedia.
Planning a visit
The best time to visit is during the warmer months from June to August, when daily highs reach about 28 °C and rainfall is minimal. For those who prefer milder weather, May and September offer highs between 23 °C and 27 °C with low rainfall. The site is open Monday through Saturday from 08:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 18:00.
To reach Casablanca, you can fly into Mohammed V International Airport, which is 24 km away. The courthouse is located 86 km from the capital, Rabat. While visiting, you can also see the Hassan II Mosque, which is 4 km away.
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 28 °C. The wettest is December, with about 65 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 17 | 18 | 20 | 21 | 23 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 24 | 21 | 18 |
| Average low, °C | 9 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 17 | 13 | 11 |
| Rainfall, mm | 57 | 49 | 37 | 31 | 14 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 32 | 63 | 65 |
| Rainy days | 7 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 7 | 6 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
