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Best time to visit Marrakech

Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.

Best time to visit Marrakech, Morocco

Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.

Month	Weather	Crowds	Prices	Highlights
January	8-20°C, sunny with cool evenings	low	low	• Clear skies for sightseeing • Fewer crowds in souks ⚠ Nights can be quite cold.
February	10-22°C, sunny and mild	low	low	• Pleasant temperatures for exploring the medina • Desert landscapes are accessible ⚠ Occasional rain possible.
March	12-25°C, sunny and pleasant	moderate	moderate	• Blooming gardens (Jardin Majorelle) • Ideal weather for day trips to the Atlas Mountains ⚠ Ramadan can fall in March, affecting opening hours and dining.
April	14-27°C, warm and sunny	moderate	moderate	• Spring blossoms throughout the city • Comfortable temperatures for outdoor activities ⚠ Easter holidays can increase crowds.
May	16-30°C, hot and sunny	moderate	moderate	• Longer daylight hours for exploration • Pre-summer quiet ⚠ Temperatures begin to rise significantly.
June	18-35°C, very hot and dry	moderate	moderate	• Late spring produce • Fewer tourists than peak summer ⚠ Heatwaves are common; indoor activities are recommended during midday.
July	20-40°C, extremely hot and dry	moderate	moderate	• Access to high-altitude Atlas resorts for cooler temps ⚠ Extreme heat makes city exploration challenging; many locals leave for cooler coastal areas.
August	22-42°C, intense heat and dry	moderate	moderate	• Saadian Tombs offer shaded respite ⚠ Similar to July, extreme heat is the primary concern. Consider coastal escapes.
September	18-35°C, still hot but starting to cool	moderate	moderate	• Sunset views from riad rooftops • End of peak summer heat ⚠ Heat can linger into the evenings.
October	15-30°C, warm and sunny	high	high	• Perfect weather for exploring the medina and souks • Harvest season for olives and dates ⚠ Peak tourist season begins; book accommodations in advance.
November	12-25°C, mild and sunny	moderate	moderate	• Crisp air ideal for walking tours • Less crowded than October ⚠ Evenings become cooler.
December	9-21°C, sunny with cool nights	moderate	moderate	• Festive atmosphere around Christmas and New Year • Clear skies for stargazing in the desert ⚠ Christmas is not a major public holiday, but some hotels offer events.

Annual events worth timing your trip around

June

Eid al-Adha

The Festival of Sacrifice, a major Islamic holiday impacting local business hours.

March

Ramadan

The Islamic month of fasting, where eating and drinking in public during daylight hours is restricted.

July

Marrakech Popular Arts Festival

Celebrates traditional Moroccan music, dance, and crafts in the Djemaa el-Fna.

November

National Day of Morocco

Commemorates the Green March, often marked by local celebrations.

December

New Year's Eve

Celebrated in tourist areas with special events and dining.

Insider timing tips

•Marrakech experiences extreme heat from June to August, making midday exploration uncomfortable and potentially dangerous. Opt for coastal cities or the Atlas Mountains during these months.
•The shoulder seasons (March-April and October-November) offer the best balance of pleasant weather, manageable crowds, and reasonable prices, though October can be particularly busy and expensive.
•Ramadan's timing shifts annually; if it falls during your visit, be mindful of local customs regarding eating and drinking in public during fasting hours, and expect some closures.
•While Djemaa el-Fna is lively year-round, the surrounding souks can become overwhelmingly crowded during peak tourist months (October-November and March-April).

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