Best Time to Visit Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Tensift-El Haouz, Morocco
Marrakesh is at its sunniest and driest in March–November.
The best time to visit Marrakesh for sunny, dry weather is March–November — 9 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May–October and December; the wetter half falls in November and January–April. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 11.5°C / 52.7°F in January to 28.1°C / 82.6°F in July, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in (July) to 37 mm / 1.5 in (March). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Tensift-El Haouz, Morocco's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Marrakesh's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| March | 16°C60.8°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 17.6°C63.7°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 20.4°C68.7°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 23.5°C74.3°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 28.1°C82.6°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 27.7°C81.9°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 24.9°C76.8°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 20.6°C69.1°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 16.2°C61.2°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Marrakesh?
The best time to visit Marrakesh for sunny, dry weather is March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 28.1°C / 82.6°F, and the driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Marrakesh's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Marrakesh?
The rainy season at Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Tensift-El Haouz runs through November and January–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 29 mm / 1.1 in. The wettest single month is March (37 mm / 1.5 in).
What is the driest month in Marrakesh?
The driest month in Marrakesh is July, averaging about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 28.1°C / 82.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Marrakesh?
The least comfortable months for travel to Marrakesh — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 37 mm / 1.5 in in March, and the coldest month averages 11.5°C / 52.7°F.
Is Marrakesh climate different from Morocco overall?
Yes, usually. Our Marrakesh figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Morocco figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Marrakesh specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.