Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High36.7°C
Low3.8°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
Morocco Marrakesh, Morocco
The climate in Marrakesh is continental with hot, dry summers, with annual average temperatures spanning 18°C / 65°F during January up to 37°C / 98°F in July.
Precipitation is distributed throughout the year, averaging 21 mm / 0.83 inches monthly, peaking in March (35 mm / 1.4 inches) and reaching its lowest in July (3 mm / 0.12 inches).
The UV index ranges from 4 in December to 9 in June, so strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
Expect approximately 14.2 hours of daylight during June and around 10.1 hours in December.
Trip planning
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Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Marrakesh.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
35 mm
March carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
High (7.4)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
10 hrsto14 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
8 km/h
April is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
45 %to69 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Marrakesh, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How Marrakesh compares
See how it ranks against the rest of Morocco for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in Morocco
#1 / 2
COOLEST (AVG)
in Morocco
#1 / 2
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in Morocco
#2 / 2
WINDIEST (AVG)
in Morocco
#1 / 2
HIGHEST UV
in Morocco
#1 / 2
MOST HUMID
in Morocco
#2 / 2
Short term outlook
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Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in Marrakesh feel over the year?
Across the year, daytime highs average about 27°C (81°F), with nights near 12°C (54°F). Overall it feels warm by day and cool after dark. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing. Skies are often clear or only partly cloudy, so you’ll see a good amount of sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Marrakesh for dry weather?
The driest month is usually July, with around 3 mm (0.12 in) of rain. Most other months sit somewhere in between, with a mix of dry and showery days.
When is sun exposure strongest in Marrakesh?
UV tends to peak in June, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 9), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Is Marrakesh a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 8 km/h (5 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 46 km/h (29 mph). Overall it is it often feels breezy, especially in more exposed spots or along the coast.
How much daylight does Marrakesh get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.