Fez in January

In January, Fez averages 16°C (61°F) during the day and 5°C (42°F) at night, with around 11 days of rain (54 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are cool — bring a jacket for evenings. Plan for unsettled weather and bring rain gear.

January in Fez is outside the typical sweet spot for sightseeing weather. It can still be a great time to visit if you have specific reasons (festivals, off-season pricing, etc.).

16°C
Avg high
5°C
Avg low
11
Rain days
54 mm
Rainfall

How January compares to the rest of the year in Fez

12th
warmest month of the 12
3rd
wettest month of the 12
12%
of yearly rainfall falls in January
10 h 8 min
daylight on the 15th

January is one of the coolest months in Fez (12th of 12) and one of the wettest months (3rd of 12). Daytime temperature runs 10°C below the annual average (26°C). January runs 2°C cooler than December (18°C) and warms a further 2°C into February (18°C).

January sunrise & sunset in Fez

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
8:25 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
6:33 PM
Day length
10 h 8 min

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

Photography light in Fez — January

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

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
7:25 AM – 8:05 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
8:05 AM – 9:05 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:53 PM – 6:53 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:53 PM – 7:33 PM

📅 When to book — Fez in January

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 January's tier (Shoulder) and Fez's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.
⚠ Christmas / New Year travel is a global premium-pricing event — many destinations 30-50% above normal. Book 4+ months ahead if your dates are Dec 20 - Jan 2.

Crowds & pricing — January in Fez

Shoulder

Fez is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — January in Fez

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
6.3
High
Cover up and apply SPF 30+ for any outdoor activity longer than 30 minutes.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●○○○
Low
Mosquitoes present but manageable. Pack repellent (DEET 10-20%) for evenings near water.

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.

Fez in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 16°C / 61°F 5°C / 42°F 54 mm 11
February 18°C / 64°F 7°C / 44°F 46 mm 11
March 20°C / 68°F 8°C / 46°F 72 mm 13
April 23°C / 74°F 11°C / 52°F 57 mm 12
May 28°C / 83°F 15°C / 58°F 41 mm 10
June 32°C / 90°F 17°C / 63°F 10 mm 6
July 37°C / 98°F 21°C / 69°F 1 mm 3
August 37°C / 98°F 21°C / 70°F 5 mm 4
September 32°C / 89°F 18°C / 65°F 15 mm 7
October 28°C / 82°F 15°C / 59°F 45 mm 9
November 21°C / 69°F 10°C / 49°F 60 mm 10
December 18°C / 65°F 7°C / 45°F 45 mm 8

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Fez in January?

In January, Fez averages a high of 16°C (61°F) and a low of 5°C (42°F) — generally cool.

Does it rain a lot in Fez in January?

January can be fairly wet in Fez, with about 11 rainy days on average.

Is January a good time to visit Fez?

January is cool. It suits travelers who are comfortable with cool weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Fez in January?

Pack a warm jacket and layers, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full January packing list for Fez for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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