Best Time to Visit Medina of Marrakesh
Best time to visit Medina of Marrakesh: May, June, September, October and November. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Medina of 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 Medina of 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 | 102° | 73° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 95° | 69° | 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).
How Medina of Marrakesh compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Medina of Marrakesh.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jemaa el-Fnaa | 1 mi | 71°F | about the same | 12 in |
| Marrakesh Menara Airport | 4 mi | 71°F | about the same | 11 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Medina of Marrakesh is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Marrakesh. Medina of Marrakesh is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for a walled imperial city medina.
Right now it is 78°F (26°C) in Medina of Marrakesh with partly cloudy. It feels like 82°F. Today runs from 68°F to 92°F. Chance of precipitation is 28%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Medina of Marrakesh is May, June, September, October and November. The climate is Mediterranean. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 103°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.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 92°F is 5.6°F above the 86°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Medina of Marrakesh today at 9.8/10. 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 Medina of Marrakesh right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:18 PM, Oct 2 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 96° / 69°
Overcast · 20% rain · wind 6 mph
☁️ 95° / 69°
Overcast · 8% rain · wind 6 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Medina of Marrakesh?
Medina of Marrakesh is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Marrakesh. Its coordinates are 31.6295, -7.9811. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Medina of Marrakesh right now?
It is currently 78°F (26°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 64% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Medina of Marrakesh?
May, June, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Medina of Marrakesh, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Medina of Marrakesh in?
Medina of Marrakesh observes Africa/Casablanca (UTC+01:00). The local time is 1:18 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Medina of Marrakesh?
The closest airports are Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK), 4 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Medina of Marrakesh?
Popular options include Jemaa el-Fnaa.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (unesco-sites) - 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 October 2, 2026 at 1:18 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
