Essaouira at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Oct
- Warmest month
- Aug · 27°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 20.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,640 h
- Rain a year
- 271 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Elevation
- 7 m
Climate in Essaouira
Essaouira has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 27 °C, while January is the coolest at 19 °C. With around 3,640 hours of sunshine a year, Essaouira is very sunny; July is the sunniest month with 12.0 hours a day.
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: June – October
What is the weather like in Essaouira in October?
In October, Essaouira is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 19.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 23 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Essaouira.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 27 min06:41 – 18:08
- UV index
- 6 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)
- Muggy days
- 2 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 22 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 36 %on average
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC+0Africa/Casablanca
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %88 %
- Seaweight 25 %41 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %100 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Wetsuit for longer swims
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
Sea temperature in Essaouira
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.1 – 20.7 °C
Swimming season: Aug – Sep
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Essaouira ranges from 16.7 °C in February to 20.2 °C in September. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from August to September.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in September, while the air already peaks in August. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 19.5 and 21.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 17.2° | 16.1° | 18.4° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 16.7° | 15.4° | 17.6° | cold |
| MarchMar | 16.7° | 15.8° | 17.5° | cold |
| AprilApr | 17.2° | 16.4° | 18.0° | fresh |
| MayMay | 17.9° | 17.2° | 18.8° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 19.1° | 18.3° | 20.3° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 19.5° | 18.6° | 20.4° | fresh |
| AugustAug | 20.0° | 19.0° | 21.0° | refreshing |
| SeptemberSep | 20.2° | 19.5° | 21.1° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 19.9° | 19.1° | 20.7° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 18.4° | 17.4° | 19.6° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 17.6° | 16.8° | 18.6° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Essaouira
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 9.0 of 11.5 hours of daylight in Essaouira, 78 % of the day.
Sunshine hours count the time with bright, direct sunshine (WMO definition, estimated from model data); daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Essaouira: 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, Essaouira has about 3 rainy days with 23 mm of rain in total.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
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 | 38 | 19° | 11° | 17.2° | 8.4 h | 5 | 42 |
| FebruaryFeb | 40 | 19° | 12° | 16.7° | 9.1 h | 4 | 38 |
| MarchMar | 46 | 20° | 13° | 16.7° | 9.8 h | 5 | 39 |
| AprilApr | 54 | 21° | 14° | 17.2° | 10.6 h | 4 | 21 |
| MayMay | 66 | 23° | 16° | 17.9° | 10.7 h | 2 | 10 |
| JuneJun | 81 | 25° | 18° | 19.1° | 11.7 h | 0 | 1 |
| JulyJul | 84 | 27° | 20° | 19.5° | 12.0 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 86 | 27° | 21° | 20.0° | 11.2 h | 0 | 1 |
| SeptemberSep | 86 | 26° | 19° | 20.2° | 10.0 h | 1 | 5 |
| OctoberOct | 81 | 24° | 18° | 19.9° | 9.0 h | 3 | 23 |
| NovemberNov | 58 | 21° | 15° | 18.4° | 8.8 h | 4 | 44 |
| DecemberDec | 40 | 19° | 12° | 17.6° | 8.1 h | 5 | 49 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)
31.51° N, 9.77° W · 7 m · Africa/Casablanca
Best time to visit Essaouira
The best time to visit Essaouira is from June to October. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in September it only reaches 20.2 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, the weather is pleasant all year round. The wettest month is December with 49 mm of precipitation.
Find your perfect month
Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Essaouira for you.
Your best months: July – September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
All year
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Essaouira month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
38January19° · Sea 17° · 8 h
In January, Essaouira is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 42 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Essaouira.
Essaouira in January40February19° · Sea 17° · 9 h
In February, Essaouira is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 38 mm in total. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Essaouira.
Essaouira in February46March20° · Sea 17° · 10 h
In March, Essaouira is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 39 mm. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Essaouira.
Essaouira in March54April21° · Sea 17° · 11 h
In April, Essaouira is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 21 mm in total. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Essaouira.
Essaouira in April66May23° · Sea 18° · 11 h
In May, Essaouira is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 17.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Essaouira.
Essaouira in May81June25° · Sea 19° · 12 h
In June, Essaouira is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 19.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 12 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Essaouira.
Essaouira in June84July27° · Sea 20° · 12 h
In July, Essaouira is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 20 °C. The sea averages 19.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 12 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy, with gusts of around 29 km/h. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Essaouira.
Essaouira in July86August27° · Sea 20° · 11 h
In August, Essaouira is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Essaouira.
Essaouira in August86September26° · Sea 20° · 10 h
In September, Essaouira is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 20.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Essaouira.
Essaouira in September81October24° · Sea 20° · 9 h
In October, Essaouira is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 19.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 23 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Essaouira.
Essaouira in October58November21° · Sea 18° · 9 h
In November, Essaouira is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 44 mm in total. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Essaouira.
Essaouira in November40December19° · Sea 18° · 8 h
In December, Essaouira is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 49 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Essaouira.
Essaouira in DecemberPlanning a trip to Essaouira
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 20 min
- Distance
- 2,350 km
- Time zone
- UTC+0
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Frequently asked questions about Essaouira
When is the best time to visit Essaouira?
The best time to visit Essaouira is from June to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Essaouira?
The sea temperature in Essaouira ranges from 16.7 °C in February to 20.2 °C in September. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from August to September.
Can you swim in Essaouira in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 19.9 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from August to September.
What is the warmest month in Essaouira?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 27 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 19 °C.
When does it rain most in Essaouira?
The wettest month is December with 49 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 0 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Essaouira get?
Essaouira gets around 3,640 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 12.0 hours a day; in December there are 8.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Essaouira in?
Essaouira uses the time zone Africa/Casablanca, at UTC+1 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Essaouira?
A nonstop flight from London to Essaouira takes about 3 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,350 km.
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