🇲🇦 Marrakech vs Nairobi 🇰🇪

Marrakech, Morocco vs Nairobi, Kenya — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Marrakech is the warmer of the two — about 2 degrees warmer on average across the year. Marrakech is drier, with roughly 202 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇲🇦 Marrakech🇰🇪 Nairobi
Avg annual high27°C25°C
Hottest monthJuly (38°C)February (27°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (6°C low)July (13°C low)
Rainy days / year53255
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Best months to visitFebruary, March, NovemberJune, July, August

🇲🇦 Marrakech

Best around February, March, November. Hottest in July (38°C), coldest lows in January (6°C).

🇰🇪 Nairobi

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in February (27°C), coldest lows in July (13°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Marrakech or Nairobi warmer?

Marrakech is warmer overall, averaging about 2 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Marrakech or Nairobi?

Nairobi is rainier — Marrakech sees about 202 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Marrakech vs Nairobi?

Marrakech is best around February, March, November; Nairobi is best around June, July, August.

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