Weather in Marrakech
What's the weather like in Marrakech?
Marrakech has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 18°C (64°F) in January to 38°C (100°F) in July, with overnight lows around 6°C (43°F) and 20°C (68°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Marrakech are January through April, and October through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇲🇦 Morocco
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Casablanca
- Coordinates
- 31.630, -7.981
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C / 64°F | 6°C / 43°F | 30 mm | 6 | — |
| February | 21°C / 70°F | 8°C / 46°F | 30 mm | 6 | — |
| March | 23°C / 73°F | 10°C / 50°F | 35 mm | 7 | — |
| April | 25°C / 77°F | 12°C / 54°F | 35 mm | 6 | — |
| May | 29°C / 84°F | 14°C / 57°F | 20 mm | 4 | — |
| June | 33°C / 91°F | 17°C / 63°F | 5 mm | 2 | — |
| July | 38°C / 100°F | 20°C / 68°F | 3 mm | 1 | — |
| August | 38°C / 100°F | 20°C / 68°F | 5 mm | 2 | — |
| September | 33°C / 91°F | 18°C / 64°F | 10 mm | 4 | — |
| October | 28°C / 82°F | 14°C / 57°F | 25 mm | 5 | — |
| November | 23°C / 73°F | 10°C / 50°F | 30 mm | 5 | — |
| December | 19°C / 66°F | 7°C / 45°F | 30 mm | 5 | — |
Marrakech by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Marrakech?
The most comfortable months in Marrakech are usually February, March, November, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Marrakech?
July is typically the hottest month in Marrakech, averaging a high of 38°C (100°F).
What is the coldest month in Marrakech?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 6°C (43°F).
Does it snow in Marrakech?
Snow is rare in Marrakech; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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