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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Marrakech for your holiday.
Climate Overview
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General & Geography
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Marrakech is an important city in the African state of Morocco. It’s the fourth largest city in the country.
Marrakesh is the capital of the economic region Tensift-El Haouz and the most important of all former imperial cities. Berbers lived in this town during the Neolithic period. Abu Bakr ibn Umar, the chief and cousin of the king of the Almoravids Yusuf ibn Tashfin, founded Marrakech in 1062.
The Almoravids built many schools and mosques in the city. Marrakech has the name “Red City” because much of it consists of red sandstone. The metropolis quickly grew in size and became a cultural, religious and commercial center for sub-Saharan Africa. One of the parts of the city, Jemaa el-Fna, is the busiest part of Africa. The mayor of Marrakech, Fatima Zahra Mansouri, is the second mayor of Morocco.
The Moroccan currency is the dirham. The Moroccan Dirham is a restricted currency, which means it cannot be taken out of the country and is also not available abroad (with a few exceptions). However, the Moroccan currency is fairly stable and unaffected by large exchange rate fluctuations.
Marrakech has an international airport, which is served by numerous cities in Europe.
Climate in Marrakech

However, Marrakech and the lowlands of Morocco can become oppressively hot in summer, often in the midday sun even above 38 °C, when the desert winds blow from the Sahara (known as the Schirokko or Chergui). It’s sunny most of the year. Winters are mild, but bring some wetter rainy days with them.
Spring brings a breath of fresh air to the Red City. The surrounding valleys show a multitude of bright flowers. Sunshine prevails and the average daily highs are between 23 °C to 27 °C. Rain showers can be a factor in April and May, so pack an umbrella to be on the safe side.
In summer you should make sure you have sufficient breaks in the shade and a good water supply. Despite the high temperatures, summer is considered the main season in Marrakech. In October it then cools down slowly, whereby the daily values still remain far above the 25 °C mark.
Best Time to Visit Marrakech: Overview
JanuaryJan Good time to traveltime für Marrakesch | FebruaryFeb Good time to traveltime für Marrakesch | MarchMar Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Marrakesch | AprilApr Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Marrakesch | MayMay Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Marrakesch | JuneJun Good time to traveltime, aber zunehmend heißer |
JulyJul Very hot, City-Touren daher anstrengend | AugustAug Very hot, City-Touren daher anstrengend | SeptemberSep Noch recht heiß, aber beliebte time to travel | OctoberOct Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Marrakesch | NovemberNov Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Marrakesch | DecemberDec Good time to traveltime für Marrakesch |
When is the best time to travel to Marrakech?
The best time to visit Marrakech is from March to May and between September and November. These months are known for friendly summer weather without extreme heat and popular for affordable hotel rates. Avoid visiting in the brutally hot midsummer when temperatures regularly exceed 38 °C.
Winter in Marrakech is still a good time to travel despite occasional rainfall and lower temperatures. Even in the coolest month of January, daytime temperatures still reach a pleasant 18 °C. This is no weather for relaxing days at the hotel pool, but it is very suitable for exploring the highlights of the city.
Climate Chart Marrakech
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Table Marrakech
In the following, you will find the climate table for Marrakech, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, and Hours of Sunshine.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Day Temperature | 18° | 20° | 22° | 24° | 28° | 31° | 37° | 37° | 33° | 28° | 22° | 19° |
Night Temperature | 6° | 8° | 9° | 11° | 14° | 16° | 20° | 20° | 18° | 15° | 10° | 7° |
Precipitation (inch) | 1.26 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.54 | 0.94 | 0.2 | 0.04 | 0.12 | 0.24 | 0.94 | 1.61 | 1.22 |
Rainy days | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 4 |
Hours of Sunshine | 7 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 7 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature is 19.7 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: July (28.5 °C)
Coldest month: January (12 °C)
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 11.1 inch on 32 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, June is the sunniest month with an average of 11 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 8.6 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Sights & Attractions
Marrakech is famous for its parks, especially the Menara olive grove and the 405 hectare Agdal Gardens. An irrigation system built under the Almoravids is still used to irrigate the city’s green areas. The city is a trading center for the High Atlas and the Sahara trade. It is connected by railway and road to Safi and Casablanca.
A visit in a hammam (local bath house) should not be missing with a vacation in the Moroccan metropolis. There are a number of bathhouses in Marrakech and a typical price for tourists is between 50 and 100 Dirham. The most famous sights in Marrakech are of course the souks, i.e. the markets with fabrics, spices, souvenirs and handicrafts.
On the world-famous market place of Marrakech, the Jemaa al Fna, the probably craziest spectacle of Africa takes place every day. Here you will meet jugglers, snake charmers, magicians, solo entertainers and artists. In the evening there are barbecue stands and lots of entertainment. UNESCO honoured these special features with an entry as a masterpiece of the oral and immaterial heritage of mankind.
More information about the best things to do: Morocco
Popular Activities
Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Day Trip & Optional Boat Ride
Bus & Minivan Tours
from 31 $ »
See picturesque Berber villages and the dramatic Ouzoud Falls on a full-day sightseeing tour from Marrakech. Dive into the inviting waters of the Al Abid River for a swim in wild nature. Meet the local monkeys of the Grand Atlas and more.
Day Trip to Essaouira from Marrakech
Bus & Minivan Tours
from 27 $ »
Enjoy a day trip to Essaouira, on the coast of Morocco. See the Medina, the beach and visit an association of Berber women producing argan oil.
Marrakech to Merzouga 3-Day Desert Safari
Bus & Minivan Tours
from 133 $ »
Experience the Moroccan Sahara Desert on a 3-day safari tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. Spend the night at a Bedouin camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes. Ride a camel to watch the sunset and sunrise. See the Kasbah of Ouarzazate, and much more.
More attractions
Berber Villages & 3 Valleys Atlas Mountains Day Trip | Marrakech: Atlas Mountains & 5 Valleys Day Tour | Marrakech: Half-Day Desert Quad & Dromedary Tour | Marrakech: Camel Ride in Palm Groves with Tea Break | Marrakech Desert & Palm Grove Quad Bike Tour | Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Full-Day Trip with Boat Ride | Marrakech Quad Bike Experience: Desert and Palmeraie |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Marrakech (Station Marrakech-Medina)

Clouds: 0 % Wind: 4 mph NO
Air Pressure: 1025 hPa Humidity: 50 %
Air Pressure: 1025 hPa Humidity: 50 %
Last updated: 19th Jan 2021, 12:00 pm
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