Marrakesh at a glance
- Best time
- Oct – May
- Warmest month
- Jul · 36°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,300 h
- Rain a year
- 257 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Elevation
- 457 m
Climate in Marrakesh
Marrakesh has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 36 °C, while January is the coolest at 18 °C. With around 3,300 hours of sunshine a year, Marrakesh is very sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.8 hours a day.
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: October – May
What is the weather like in Marrakesh in October?
In October, Marrakesh is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 22 mm in total. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Marrakesh.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 27 min06:34 – 18:01
- UV index
- 6 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 13 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 40 %on average
- Hot days
- 11 days30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC+0Africa/Casablanca
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %90 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %87 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- A jumper for the evenings
Sunshine hours in Marrakesh
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 8.2 of 11.5 hours of daylight in Marrakesh, 71 % 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 Marrakesh: 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, Marrakesh has about 4 rainy days with 22 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 | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 93 | 18° | 3° | 7.9 h | 5 | 33 |
| FebruaryFeb | 95 | 20° | 5° | 8.3 h | 5 | 29 |
| MarchMar | 94 | 22° | 7° | 8.6 h | 6 | 35 |
| AprilApr | 98 | 25° | 10° | 9.2 h | 5 | 31 |
| MayMay | 92 | 28° | 13° | 9.3 h | 4 | 17 |
| JuneJun | 66 | 33° | 16° | 10.7 h | 2 | 7 |
| JulyJul | 50 | 36° | 18° | 10.8 h | 2 | 3 |
| AugustAug | 50 | 36° | 19° | 10.4 h | 3 | 7 |
| SeptemberSep | 73 | 31° | 16° | 9.1 h | 3 | 12 |
| OctoberOct | 92 | 28° | 13° | 8.2 h | 4 | 22 |
| NovemberNov | 95 | 22° | 8° | 8.1 h | 5 | 33 |
| DecemberDec | 93 | 19° | 4° | 7.7 h | 5 | 29 |
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)
31.63° N, 8.00° W · 457 m · Africa/Casablanca
Best time to visit Marrakesh
The best time to visit Marrakesh is from October to May. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from October to April. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 36 °C. The wettest month is March with 35 mm of precipitation.
Find your perfect month
Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Marrakesh for you.
Your best months: March – April, November
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Oct – Apr
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jul – Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
Marrakesh month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
93January18° · 8 h
In January, Marrakesh is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 33 mm. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Marrakesh.
Marrakesh in January95February20° · 8 h
In February, Marrakesh is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 29 mm. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Marrakesh.
Marrakesh in February94March22° · 9 h
In March, Marrakesh is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 35 mm. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Marrakesh.
Marrakesh in March98April25° · 9 h
In April, Marrakesh is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 31 mm in total. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Marrakesh.
Marrakesh in April92May28° · 9 h
In May, Marrakesh is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 17 mm in total. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Marrakesh.
Marrakesh in May66June33° · 11 h
In June, Marrakesh is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 7 mm in total. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Marrakesh.
Marrakesh in June50July36° · 11 h
In July, Marrakesh is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Marrakesh.
Marrakesh in July50August36° · 10 h
In August, Marrakesh is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 7 mm in total. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Marrakesh.
Marrakesh in August73September31° · 9 h
In September, Marrakesh is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 12 mm in total. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Marrakesh.
Marrakesh in September92October28° · 8 h
In October, Marrakesh is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 22 mm in total. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Marrakesh.
Marrakesh in October95November22° · 8 h
In November, Marrakesh is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 33 mm in total. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Marrakesh.
Marrakesh in November93December19° · 8 h
In December, Marrakesh is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 29 mm. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Marrakesh.
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Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 15 min
- Distance
- 2,290 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 Marrakesh
When is the best time to visit Marrakesh?
The best time to visit Marrakesh is from October to May. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Marrakesh?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 36 °C and nights around 18 °C. January is the coolest month at 18 °C.
When does it rain most in Marrakesh?
The wettest month is March with 35 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 3 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Marrakesh get?
Marrakesh gets around 3,300 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.8 hours a day; in December there are 7.7 hours a day.
What time zone is Marrakesh in?
Marrakesh uses the time zone Africa/Casablanca, at UTC+1 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Marrakesh?
A nonstop flight from London to Marrakesh takes about 3 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,290 km.
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