Best Time to Visit Marrakesh
Best time to visit Marrakesh: May, June, September, October and November. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Marrakesh
Go in May, June, September, October and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, March and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Marrakesh month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69° | 46° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 73° | 48° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 71° | 50° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 81° | 56° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 88° | 61° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 94° | 67° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 103° | 73° | 0,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 104° | 74° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 92° | 66° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 86° | 62° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 79° | 54° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 69° | 46° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit each attraction in Marrakesh
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Best time to visit each unesco world heritage site in Marrakesh
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What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Marrakesh is a city in Morocco. Marrakesh is known for Medina, souks and Jemaa el-Fnaa. It has a population of about 930.000.
Right now it is 74°F (23°C) in Marrakesh with mainly clear. It feels like 77°F. Today runs from 68°F to 91°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Marrakesh is May, June, September, October and November. The climate is Mediterranean. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 104°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 46°F.
The closest major airport is Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK), about 4 mi away. Nearby highlights include Jemaa el-Fnaa and Medina of Marrakesh.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 91°F is 13.1°F below the 104°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Marrakesh today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Marrakesh right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:01 PM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛅ 91° / 68°
Partly cloudy · 0% rain · wind 6 mph
⛅ 93° / 67°
Partly cloudy · 3% rain · wind 6 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Marrakesh?
Marrakesh is a city in Morocco. Its coordinates are 31.6295, -7.9811. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Marrakesh right now?
It is currently 74°F (23°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 64% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Marrakesh?
May, June, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Marrakesh, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Marrakesh in?
Marrakesh observes Africa/Casablanca (UTC+01:00). The local time is 6:01 PM.
How many people live in Marrakesh?
Marrakesh has a population of approximately 930.000.
What is the nearest airport to Marrakesh?
The closest airports are Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK), 4 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Marrakesh?
Popular options include Jemaa el-Fnaa and Medina of Marrakesh.
What places are in Marrakesh?
Marrakesh covers 3 places in this atlas, including Jemaa el-Fnaa, Marrakesh Menara Airport and Medina of Marrakesh.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 6:01 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
