Essaouira in September

In September, Essaouira averages 25°C (77°F) during the day and 19°C (66°F) at night, with only about 0 rainy days.

Peak season

Conditions are comfortable for sightseeing without being sweltering. Skies are generally dry and clear.

September is a great month to visit Essaouira: pleasant temperatures and relatively few wet days.

25°C
Avg high
19°C
Avg low
0
Rain days
3 mm
Rainfall

How September compares to the rest of the year in Essaouira

3rd
warmest month of the 12
12th
wettest month of the 12
1%
of yearly rainfall falls in September
12 h 23 min
daylight on the 15th

September is one of the warmest months in Essaouira (3rd of 12) and one of the driest months (12th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 3°C above the annual average (22°C). September runs 1°C cooler than August (26°C) and cools 1°C in October (25°C).

September sunrise & sunset in Essaouira

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
7:23 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
7:45 PM
Day length
12 h 23 min

Times shown for Essaouira local time (Africa/Casablanca), calculated for the 15th of September. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Essaouira — September

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of September, in Essaouira's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
6:23 AM – 7:03 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
7:03 AM – 8:03 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
7:05 PM – 8:05 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
8:05 PM – 8:45 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Fair
Core only briefly above the horizon — a marginal month even from dark sites near Essaouira.

📅 When to book — Essaouira in September

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on September's tier (Peak season) and Essaouira's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
3-5 months
Flight prices are near their annual peak. Watch fare-alert tools, book directly when you see a fare under the typical range for this city.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
3-5 months
Reasonable selection still available at 3-4 months out, but central locations vanish first.

Crowds & pricing — September in Essaouira

Peak season

Essaouira is in peak season during this month — expect bigger crowds at famous sights, higher hotel and flight prices, and longer queues. Restaurant reservations a few days out are advisable, and any boutique hotels you have your eye on should be booked weeks ahead. The trade-off: most attractions, restaurants, and seasonal services are fully open, the weather is at its most reliable, and the city feels at its most alive.

Why this tier: excellent tourism weather beach-season conditions

Sun & mosquito risk — September in Essaouira

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
10.9
Very high
Limit sun exposure between 11 AM and 3 PM; SPF 30-50, reapply every 90 minutes outdoors.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●●○
High
Peak mosquito activity. DEET 30%+, long sleeves at dawn/dusk, sleep under nets if rural. Check current dengue/malaria advisories for the destination.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Essaouira in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 19°C / 65°F 11°C / 51°F 39 mm 3
February 19°C / 66°F 11°C / 52°F 40 mm 4
March 20°C / 68°F 13°C / 55°F 35 mm 5
April 21°C / 70°F 14°C / 58°F 19 mm 4
May 23°C / 73°F 16°C / 62°F 12 mm 2
June 24°C / 75°F 18°C / 64°F 2 mm 1
July 26°C / 78°F 19°C / 67°F 0 mm 0
August 26°C / 80°F 20°C / 68°F 1 mm 0
September 25°C / 77°F 19°C / 66°F 3 mm 0
October 25°C / 76°F 18°C / 64°F 21 mm 3
November 22°C / 71°F 14°C / 58°F 53 mm 5
December 20°C / 68°F 12°C / 53°F 30 mm 3

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Essaouira in September?

In September, Essaouira averages a high of 25°C (77°F) and a low of 19°C (66°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in Essaouira in September?

September is generally dry in Essaouira, with about 0 rainy days on average.

Is September a good time to visit Essaouira?

September is warm and mostly dry. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Essaouira in September?

Pack light layers for warm days and cooler evenings. See the full September packing list for Essaouira for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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