Best Time to Visit Marrakesh
The best months to visit Marrakesh are Jan, Feb, Mar. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jan, Feb, Mar
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Marrakesh. Expect highs of 22°C to 22°C to 25°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
August
40°C high
Coldest Month
January
7°C low
Driest Month
June
0 rain days
Wettest Month
December
8 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 22°C / Low: 7°C
2 rain days
February
High: 22°C / Low: 8°C
5 rain days
March
High: 25°C / Low: 11°C
5 rain days
April
High: 29°C / Low: 14°C
4 rain days
May
High: 31°C / Low: 16°C
4 rain days
June
High: 35°C / Low: 19°C
July
High: 39°C / Low: 22°C
August
High: 40°C / Low: 23°C
September
High: 34°C / Low: 19°C
1 rain days
October
High: 30°C / Low: 17°C
3 rain days
November
High: 27°C / Low: 12°C
3 rain days
December
High: 21°C / Low: 8°C
8 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Marrakesh
Peak Season
January, February, March
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
April, December
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
May, June, July, August, September, October, November
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January★ | 22°C | 7°C | 2 | Peak Season |
February★ | 22°C | 8°C | 5 | Peak Season |
March★ | 25°C | 11°C | 5 | Peak Season |
April | 29°C | 14°C | 4 | Shoulder Season |
May | 31°C | 16°C | 4 | Off Season |
June | 35°C | 19°C | 0 | Off Season |
July | 39°C | 22°C | 0 | Off Season |
August | 40°C | 23°C | 0 | Off Season |
September | 34°C | 19°C | 1 | Off Season |
October | 30°C | 17°C | 3 | Off Season |
November | 27°C | 12°C | 3 | Off Season |
December | 21°C | 8°C | 8 | Shoulder Season |
Season Timeline
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Day Trip from Marrakesh: Scenic Excursion
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Marrakesh Cultural Experience: History & Traditions
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