Morocco in Summer (June-August): Weather, What to Do and Tips
Summer in Morocco means heat - serious heat inland - but also the country's best festivals, cool Atlantic beaches and refreshing mountains. Visit smart: skip the midday Sahara and inland cities at their hottest, and head for the coast and the Atlas.
The Weather in Summer (June-August)
| Region | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Marrakesh & inland cities | Very hot, often 38-42+; sightsee early and late, siesta at noon |
| The Sahara (Merzouga) | Extreme - best avoided in July-August |
| Atlantic coast (Essaouira, Agadir) | The escape: cool breezy 22-26, the place to be |
| Atlas mountains | Pleasantly cool - prime trekking and relief from the heat |
| North (Tangier, Chefchaouen) | Warm and lively, Mediterranean beaches at their best |
What to Do in Summer (June-August)
- Cool off on the Atlantic coast - Essaouira and Agadir
- Trek the High Atlas where it is cool
- Catch the great festivals - Mawazine and Gnaoua (June)
- Enjoy Mediterranean beaches in the north
Events and Crowds
Summer is high season on the coast (Moroccans holiday there too) but low season inland. Coastal towns and festivals book up; Marrakesh offers heat-discounted riads.
Beat the heat: base on the coast or in the mountains, sightsee at dawn and dusk, hydrate hard and read our heat protection tips.
See also: the best time to visit Morocco, what to wear and our events calendar.
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