Marrakech month by month

The best time to visit Marrakech

For most travellers, the sweet spot in Marrakech is April · May · October: 26° avg. high, prices close to the yearly average. Peak season brings the biggest crowds of the year, while the quiet months trade weather for space and value.

Climate through the year

Month	Temp	Crowds	Price	Verdict
January	18° / 6°	Low	$	Fair
February	20° / 7°	Moderate	$	Fair
March	23° / 10°	Moderate	$$	Great
April	26° / 12°	High	$$	Ideal
May	30° / 15°	Moderate	$$	Ideal
June	35° / 18°	Moderate	$	Fair
July	38° / 21°	Low	$	Avoid
August	38° / 21°	Low	$	Avoid
September	34° / 18°	Moderate	$$	Fair
October	29° / 15°	High	$$	Ideal
November	23° / 11°	Moderate	$$	Great
December	19° / 7°	Moderate	$$	Fair

Best months April May October March

Months to avoid July August

The year in Marrakech

Four broad seasons, and what each one actually feels like on the ground in Marrakech.

Spring Ideal

Mar–May · highs around 26°C · Warm and dry, ideal medina weather

Mar ·Apr ·May

Summer Fair

Jun–Aug · highs around 37°C · Very hot, best kept to early mornings

Jun ·Jul ·Aug

Autumn Ideal

Sep–Nov · highs around 29°C · Warm and dry, comfortable for exploring

Sep ·Oct ·Nov

Winter Fair

Dec–Feb · highs around 19°C · Cool nights, holiday visitors arrive

Dec ·Jan ·Feb

When to go, depending on what you want

Best weather

The months where climate comfort peaks, whatever else is happening.

May ·October

Best value

Still a good trip, at the lowest prices of the year.

January ·February

Fewest crowds

When you get the main sights closest to yourself.

January ·February

Biggest events

When the calendar gives you something the other months do not.

May ·July ·November

Practical basics

Region: Africa
Local currency: MAD
Hemisphere: Northern (summer in Jun–Aug)
Yearly range: 6° – 38°
Strongest months: April, May, October
Good for: culture · food · adventure · city

Events in Marrakech

May Rose Festival — Valley towns near Marrakech celebrate the Damascus rose harvest.
Jul Marrakech Popular Arts Festival — Folk troupes from across Morocco perform in the Badii Palace ruins.
Nov Marrakech International Film Festival — International stars and premieres fill the city's historic theaters.

Every month in Marrakech

A dedicated breakdown for each month — weather, crowds, prices, events and a verdict.

Marrakech in January 18° · $ Fair Marrakech in February 20° · $ Fair Marrakech in March 23° · $$ Great Marrakech in April 26° · $$ Ideal Marrakech in May 30° · $$ Ideal Marrakech in June 35° · $ Fair Marrakech in July 38° · $ Avoid Marrakech in August 38° · $ Avoid Marrakech in September 34° · $$ Fair Marrakech in October 29° · $$ Ideal Marrakech in November 23° · $$ Great Marrakech in December 19° · $$ Fair

Frequently asked questions

What is the best month to visit Marrakech?

What is the cheapest time to visit Marrakech?

January — This month counts as low season: some of the best deals of the year. Save 36%.

When should you avoid Marrakech?

July, August.

What is the weather like in Marrakech?

Average highs sit around 38°C with lows near 6°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.

Things to do in Marrakech