AI-generatedAsilah at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 22.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,940 h
- Rain a year
- 650 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Elevation
- 17 m
Climate in Asilah
Asilah has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 2,940 hours of sunshine a year, Asilah is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Asilah
The best time to visit Asilah is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from July to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from October to May. The wettest month is December with 110 mm of precipitation.
Asilah through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Asilah in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 20–25 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Asilah in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 28–31 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 10.9 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days in all
Asilah in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 21–29 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days in all
Asilah in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 17–18 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jul – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Oct – May
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: June – July, September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 19°
- Midday, 13:00: about 25°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 25°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 18°
06:2917:50
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:13–07:04 · evening 17:16–18:06
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:04–06:13 · evening 18:06–18:16
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Asilah compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 27° at the start of the month to 23° at the end. The sea cools from 21° to 20°. The days get 1.0 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27° | 23° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 13° |
| Sea | 21° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Asilah in October?
In October, Asilah is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 20.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 72 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Asilah.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 21 min06:29 – 17:50
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 3 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 18 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 48 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 4 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+0offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %53 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %70 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %75 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Light, breathable clothes
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Asilah
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
August has the better holiday weather in Asilah: score 93 against 77. In August, days are 5 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in August. August has 7 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 77 | 93better |
| Daytime high | 26° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 20° |
| Sea | 20.7° | 22.3° |
| Sunshine | 7.2 h | 10.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 8 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 72 mm | 3 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 3better | 17 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Asilah month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
22January17° · Sea 17° · 5.6 h
In January, Asilah is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 17.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 90 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Asilah.
Asilah in January27February18° · Sea 16° · 6.6 h
In February, Asilah is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 65 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Asilah.
Asilah in February34March20° · Sea 16° · 7.2 h
In March, Asilah is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 85 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Asilah.
Asilah in March51April22° · Sea 17° · 8.5 h
In April, Asilah is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 58 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Asilah.
Asilah in April77May25° · Sea 18° · 9.5 h
In May, Asilah is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 35 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Asilah.
Asilah in May86June28° · Sea 20° · 10.9 h
In June, Asilah is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Asilah.
Asilah in June92July31° · Sea 22° · 11.2 h
In July, Asilah is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 21.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Asilah.
Asilah in July93August31° · Sea 22° · 10.5 h
In August, Asilah is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Asilah.
Asilah in August90September29° · Sea 22° · 8.5 h
In September, Asilah is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 21.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 30 mm in total. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Asilah.
Asilah in September77October26° · Sea 21° · 7.2 h
In October, Asilah is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 20.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 72 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Asilah.
Asilah in October43November21° · Sea 19° · 5.8 h
In November, Asilah is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 19.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 94 mm. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Asilah.
Asilah in November22December18° · Sea 18° · 5.1 h
In December, Asilah is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 18.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 110 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Asilah.
Asilah in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Asilah
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 16°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 3 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (8°), the warmest in August (20°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule in August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from June to July and from September to October. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 44 days a year, mostly in August.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 22 | 17° | 8° | 17.1° | 5.6 h | 9 | 90 |
| FebruaryFeb | 27 | 18° | 9° | 16.4° | 6.6 h | 8 | 65 |
| MarchMar | 34 | 20° | 10° | 16.4° | 7.2 h | 9 | 85 |
| AprilApr | 51 | 22° | 12° | 17.2° | 8.5 h | 8 | 58 |
| MayMay | 77 | 25° | 14° | 18.4° | 9.5 h | 6 | 35 |
| JuneJun | 86 | 28° | 17° | 20.2° | 10.9 h | 2 | 8 |
| JulyJul | 92 | 31° | 19° | 21.8° | 11.2 h | 0 | 1 |
| AugustAug | 93 | 31° | 20° | 22.3° | 10.5 h | 1 | 3 |
| SeptemberSep | 90 | 29° | 18° | 21.7° | 8.5 h | 4 | 30 |
| OctoberOct | 77 | 26° | 16° | 20.7° | 7.2 h | 8 | 72 |
| NovemberNov | 43 | 21° | 12° | 19.4° | 5.8 h | 9 | 94 |
| DecemberDec | 22 | 18° | 9° | 18.0° | 5.1 h | 10 | 110 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
35.47° N, 6.03° W · 17 m · Africa/Casablanca
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Asilah
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.5 – 21.6 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Asilah ranges from 16.4 °C in February to 22.3 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 21.6 and 23.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 17.1° | 16.3° | 17.9° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 16.4° | 15.5° | 17.2° | cold |
| MarchMar | 16.4° | 15.7° | 17.1° | cold |
| AprilApr | 17.2° | 16.7° | 17.7° | fresh |
| MayMay | 18.4° | 17.8° | 19.0° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 20.2° | 19.4° | 21.0° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 21.8° | 21.2° | 22.7° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 22.3° | 21.6° | 23.1° | refreshing |
| SeptemberSep | 21.7° | 21.0° | 22.3° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 20.7° | 19.5° | 21.6° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.4° | 18.3° | 20.4° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 18.0° | 17.2° | 18.9° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Asilah
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.2 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Asilah, 63 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Asilah: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Asilah has about 8 rainy days with 72 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Asilah
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 5 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 25 min
- Fair skin
- about 35 min
- Light brown skin
- about 45 min
- Olive skin
- about 60 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Asilah
How breezy and how cloudy Asilah is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Asilah typically peaks at 18 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Mar – May.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 48 % of the sky over Asilah: variable cloud, with about 7.2 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Asilah
How often the day gets hot in Asilah (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Asilah has about 4 hot days, with an average daytime high of 26 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Asilah
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Asilah in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Asilah has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 22).
- 46
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 79
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.8 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 93
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 10.7 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 77
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 22
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 45 min
- Distance
- 1,830 km
- Time zone
- UTC+0
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Morocco
- Currency
- Moroccan Dirham (MAD)
- Language
- Arabic
- Sockets
- Type C, E · 127 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +212
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Only 127 V: chargers marked 100–240 V work, other devices need a voltage converter.
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Asilah vs Larache
In October Larache has the better holiday weather (score 88 vs 77). During the day Larache is 1 °C cooler than Asilah.
| in October | Asilah | Larache |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 77 | 88 |
| Daytime high | 26° | 25° |
| Sea | 21° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 8 | 8 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Apr – Oct |
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Frequently asked questions about Asilah
When is the best time to visit Asilah?
The best time to visit Asilah is from June to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Asilah?
The sea temperature in Asilah ranges from 16.4 °C in February to 22.3 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Asilah in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.7 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Asilah?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 20 °C. January is the coolest month at 17 °C.
When does it rain most in Asilah?
The wettest month is December with 110 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 1 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Asilah get?
Asilah gets around 2,940 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.2 hours a day; in December there are 5.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Asilah in?
Asilah is on UTC+1 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Asilah?
A nonstop flight from London to Asilah takes about 2 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,830 km.
Which school holidays are best for Asilah?
Asilah has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 22). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 46, May half-term 79, summer holidays 93, October half-term 77, Christmas holidays 22.