What to expect in Marrakech in July
July is usually the wrong time for Marrakech: 38° / 21°. Consider April · May instead.
Marrakech weather in July
Typical conditions in Marrakech during July, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 38°C 100°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 21°C 70°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 2/100 |
| Total rainfall | 2 mm0.09 in |
| Rainy days | 2 |
| Daylight | 14 h 1 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 38°C with lows near 21°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Low for Marrakech — plenty of space at the main sights.
Prices & value
This month counts as low season: some of the best deals of the year.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 38°C make midday heat the main constraint. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
This is one of the cheaper months to visit Marrakech. Flights and accommodation sit near their yearly floor, and you can usually book late without being punished for it. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 36% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Marrakech Popular Arts Festival while you’re there.
- Marrakech Popular Arts Festival — Folk troupes from across Morocco perform in the Badii Palace ruins.
Marrakech in July compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May | 30° / 15° | Moderate | $$ | 58 |
| June | 35° / 18° | Moderate | $ | 62 |
| July · This month | 38° / 21° | Low | $ | 63 |
| August | 38° / 21° | Low | $ | 63 |
| September | 34° / 18° | Moderate | $$ | 59 |
These months score higher for Marrakech on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in July
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in July.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
