Laayoune, Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra
Laayoune: capital of Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra Region
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Quick Facts about Laayoune
| Population | 217,732 |
| Country | Spanish Sahara |
| State | Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra (Morocco) |
| Area | 21 km2 |
| Official name | Laayoune |
| Latitude & Longitude | 27.8333,-12.3333 |
| Official language | Arabic |
| Altitude | 236 feet / 72 meters |
| Capital city | Laayoune is capital of Laâyoune Province, Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra, Spanish Sahara |
| Establishment | January 01, 1938 |
| Time Zone | UTC+01:00, UTC±00:00 |
| Local time | 00:02:17 (17th April 2026) |
Geography
Laayoune is located at 27°49'60"N 12°19'60"W (27.8333300, -12.3333300).
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Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | 93,875 | - | census |
| 1994 | 136,950 | 31.45% | census |
| 2004 | 183,691 | 25.45% | census |
| 2010 | 196,331 | 6.44% | questionnaire |
| 2013 | 270,000 | 27.28% | census |
| 2014 | 217,732 | -24.01% | census |
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