Practical guide — climate and seasons
The best timeof year to visitMarrakech
Marrakech runs through four distinct climate patterns between January and December. This guide sets maximum temperature, minimum temperature, rain days and crowd levels side by side for all twelve months.
Marrakech’s climate month by month
Marrakech reaches 38°C in July and August, against 18°C in January. Rain concentrates between November and April, at a maximum of 4 days a month. The table below breaks down all twelve months of the year.
| Month | Max temperature | Min temperature | Rain days | Crowd level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C | 6°C | 4 | Low |
| February | 20°C | 8°C | 4 | Moderate |
| March | 23°C | 10°C | 4 | High |
| April | 25°C | 12°C | 4 | High |
| May | 29°C | 15°C | 2 | High |
| June | 33°C | 18°C | 1 | Moderate |
| July | 38°C | 21°C | 0 | Low |
| August | 38°C | 21°C | 1 | Low |
| September | 33°C | 19°C | 2 | High |
| October | 28°C | 15°C | 3 | High |
| November | 22°C | 11°C | 4 | High |
| December | 19°C | 7°C | 4 | Low |
Temperature and rain days: monthly averages for Marrakech. Crowd levels run high from March to May and September to November, low in January, July and August.
Which months are best for visiting Marrakech?
March, April and May reach maximums of 23°C to 29°C, matched by September, October and November. These six months carry the highest tourist crowd levels of the year. Rain stays under 4 days a month across this period.
How hot does Marrakech get in July and August?
July and August reach a maximum of 38°C in Marrakech, with 21°C overnight. Rain days drop to zero in July and one in August. Tourist crowd levels fall to their lowest point of the year.
What does Marrakech offer in winter?
Marrakech offers 18°C days and 6°C nights in January, the coldest month of the year. The month counts 27 dry days out of 31. Snow covers the High Atlas peaks, visible from the city in clear weather.
When are the Tizi n’Tichka pass and Oukaïmeden under snow?
The Tizi n’Tichka is a mountain pass at 2,260 metres that links Marrakech to Ouarzazate on road N9. Snow closes the pass for 2 to 5 days a year, between December and February. Oukaïmeden ski resort, at 2,600 metres, runs its lifts from late December to early March.
Which month has the fewest rain days in Marrakech?
July counts zero rain days in Marrakech, the annual low. June and August each follow with a single rain day. November, December, January and February each carry 4 rain days, the yearly maximum.
Which pages extend this seasonal guide?
Monthly climate also shapes which excursions around Marrakech make sense, especially the ones that gain altitude such as Oukaïmeden.
Ramadan dates, set by the lunar calendar, overlap this climate calendar in some years and change opening hours rather than the weather itself.
Oukaïmeden day trip from Marrakech · Marrakech during Ramadan · Request a free minibus quote in Marrakech
Frequently asked questions
Which is the hottest month in Marrakech?
July and August are the hottest months, reaching a maximum of 38°C. Night-time lows stay at 21°C, which keeps the air from cooling down. Both months carry the lowest tourist crowd levels of the year.
Which is the coldest month in Marrakech?
January is the coldest month, with an 18°C maximum and a 6°C minimum. December follows closely at 19°C by day and 7°C at night. Both months log 4 rain days each.
Does it snow inside Marrakech itself?
No, snow never falls inside Marrakech, which sits at 466 metres. It covers the High Atlas peaks instead, visible from the city between December and February. Djebel Toubkal, at 4,167 metres, stays snow-capped for several months.
When is Marrakech least crowded?
January, July and August carry the lowest tourist crowd levels. January’s relative cold at 18°C and summer’s 38°C heat both drive this seasonal dip. The medina’s streets stay quieter during these three months.
Is spring hotter than autumn in Marrakech?
Spring reaches 29°C in May, autumn 33°C in September. Both seasons share the highest crowd bracket of the year. The choice between them comes down to rain days, 2 in May against 2 in September.
What is the day-night temperature swing in Marrakech?
The swing reaches 17°C in July, between a 38°C day and a 21°C night. In January it narrows to 12°C, between 18°C and 6°C. This range requires packing a warm layer even in summer.
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