Detailed weather conditions for Marrakesh
Marrakesh has a hot semi-arid climate, winter is wet and summer is hot and dry with average temperatures of 28°C.
The Atlas mountains that surround Marrakesh are snowy from November to May, offering a beautiful view.
Climate of Marrakesh
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Temperatures | 12°C - 54°F | 14°C - 57°F | 16°C - 61°F | 17°C - 63°F | 21°C - 69°F | 24°C - 75°F | 28°C - 83°F | 28°C - 83°F | 25°C - 77°F | 21°C - 70°F | 16°C - 61°F | 13°C - 55°F |
| Precipitation (mm) | 32 | 38 | 38 | 39 | 24 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 24 | 41 | 31 |
Today Marrakesh Weather
- Marrakesh | Morocco
- Thursday 12:00
- Heavy intensity rain
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26ºC | 79°F
- Humidity: 44% Wind: 3.46 km/h
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5 day and 15 day Forecasts
Marrakesh Climate Month by Month
Long-term monthly averages for Marrakesh (rounded):
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C | 6°C | 25 mm |
| February | 21°C | 8°C | 30 mm |
| March | 24°C | 10°C | 30 mm |
| April | 26°C | 12°C | 30 mm |
| May | 30°C | 15°C | 15 mm |
| June | 34°C | 18°C | 5 mm |
| July | 38°C | 21°C | 1 mm |
| August | 38°C | 21°C | 2 mm |
| September | 33°C | 19°C | 10 mm |
| October | 28°C | 15°C | 20 mm |
| November | 23°C | 10°C | 35 mm |
| December | 19°C | 7°C | 30 mm |
Best Time to Visit Marrakesh
The golden months are March-May and October-November: 24-30°C days made for the souks and gardens. July-August is fierce (38°C+ average highs) - think pool time and evening outings; winter days are sunny and mild but nights are cold.
Planning by month? See our guides to Morocco in October, November, December, January, February, spring and summer - or the overview of the best time to visit Morocco.
While you are there: everything to see and do is in our Marrakesh travel guide. Get oriented with our map of Marrakesh.
Frequently Asked Questions
How hot is Marrakesh in summer?
Very: average highs reach 38°C in July-August and 45°C spikes happen. Locals shift life to early mornings and evenings - Jemaa el-Fna comes alive after sunset.
Is Marrakesh cold in winter?
Days are pleasant (19-21°C and sunny) but desert-influenced nights drop to 6-8°C - riads can feel chilly, so pack a warm layer.
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