Climate Insights for Marrakesh

Pachalik de Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi, Morocco

Hottest
August
37°C peak99°F peak
Coldest
January
6°C low43°F low
Wettest
March
44 mm rain1.7 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Marrakesh is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 239 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 44 mm of rainfall. Marrakesh is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.The climate in Marrakesh is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 9.4 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 1.7 in of rainfall. Marrakesh is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 43°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 6°FebMax: 21°Average: 14°Min: 8°MarMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 10°AprMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 13°MayMax: 30°Average: 22°Min: 16°JunMax: 33°Average: 25°Min: 18°JulMax: 37°Average: 29°Min: 21°AugMax: 37°Average: 29°Min: 22°SepMax: 33°Average: 25°Min: 19°OctMax: 30°Average: 22°Min: 16°NovMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 11°DecMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 7°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 68°FAverage: 54°FMin: 43°FFebMax: 71°FAverage: 58°FMin: 46°FMarMax: 73°FAverage: 61°FMin: 50°FAprMax: 79°FAverage: 66°FMin: 55°FMayMax: 85°FAverage: 72°FMin: 60°FJunMax: 91°FAverage: 77°FMin: 65°FJulMax: 99°FAverage: 83°FMin: 69°FAugMax: 99°FAverage: 84°FMin: 71°FSepMax: 91°FAverage: 77°FMin: 66°FOctMax: 85°FAverage: 72°FMin: 61°FNovMax: 75°FAverage: 62°FMin: 52°FDecMax: 68°FAverage: 56°FMin: 45°F
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Temperatures in Marrakesh vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Marrakesh vary considerably across the year, with a 56°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 99°F and an average of 84°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 43°F and an average of 54°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 25°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 20mmFebPrecipitation: 35mmMarPrecipitation: 44mmAprPrecipitation: 31mmMayPrecipitation: 15mmJunPrecipitation: 4mmJulPrecipitation: 4mmAugPrecipitation: 6mmSepPrecipitation: 8mmOctPrecipitation: 20mmNovPrecipitation: 22mmDecPrecipitation: 30mm
Precipitation
0in1in2inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.8inFebPrecipitation: 1.4inMarPrecipitation: 1.7inAprPrecipitation: 1.2inMayPrecipitation: 0.6inJunPrecipitation: 0.2inJulPrecipitation: 0.2inAugPrecipitation: 0.2inSepPrecipitation: 0.3inOctPrecipitation: 0.8inNovPrecipitation: 0.9inDecPrecipitation: 1.2in
Precipitation

Marrakesh is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 239 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 20 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 44 mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 4 mm. That's 40 mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Marrakesh is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 9.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.8 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 1.7 in of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.2 in. That's 1.6 in less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 8km/hMarWind Speed: 9km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 9km/hSepWind Speed: 8km/hOctWind Speed: 8km/hNovWind Speed: 7km/hDecWind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Marrakesh is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Marrakesh is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan12°54°F
Feb14°58°F
Mar16°61°F
Apr19°66°F
May22°72°F
Jun25°77°F
Jul29°83°F
Aug29°84°F
Sep25°77°F
Oct22°72°F
Nov17°62°F
Dec13°56°F

The best time to visit Marrakesh is during March, April, May, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 26 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 37°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Marrakesh is during March, April, May, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 1 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 99°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 43°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Marrakesh based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Marrakesh based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
6 °C43 °F
20 °C68 °F
7 km/h5 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
8 °C46 °F
21 °C71 °F
8 km/h5 mph
35 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
10 °C50 °F
23 °C73 °F
9 km/h6 mph
44 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
13 °C55 °F
26 °C79 °F
9 km/h6 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
May
16 °C60 °F
30 °C85 °F
9 km/h6 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
18 °C65 °F
33 °C91 °F
10 km/h6 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C69 °F
37 °C99 °F
9 km/h6 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
22 °C71 °F
37 °C99 °F
9 km/h5 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
19 °C66 °F
33 °C91 °F
8 km/h5 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
16 °C61 °F
30 °C85 °F
8 km/h5 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
11 °C52 °F
24 °C75 °F
7 km/h5 mph
22 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
7 °C45 °F
20 °C68 °F
7 km/h4 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in