AI-generatedSafi at a glance
- Best time
- All year except Aug
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 20.8°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,010 h
- Rain a year
- 249 mm
- Climate
- Dry subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Elevation
- 45 m
Climate in Safi
Safi has a dry subtropical climate: mild to warm all year, with very little rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 19 °C. With around 3,010 hours of sunshine a year, Safi is very sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Safi
The best time to visit Safi is all year round except in August. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in September it only reaches 20.8 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from September to June. The wettest month is December with 43 mm of precipitation.
Safi through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Safi in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 22–25 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days in all
Safi in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 26–30 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 10.3 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Safi in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 22–28 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days in all
Safi in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 19–20 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Sep – Jun
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: March – May
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: all year except August
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 21°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
06:3918:06
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 06:24–07:12 · evening 17:33–18:21
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:15–06:24 · evening 18:21–18:30
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 Safi 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 24° at the end. The sea cools from 21° to 20°. The days get 0.9 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27° | 24° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 14° |
| Sea | 21° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.0 h |
What is the weather like in Safi in October?
In October, Safi is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 22 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Safi.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 26 min06:39 – 18:06
- UV index
- 6 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 3 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 22 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 41 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 2 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+0offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %72 %
- 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
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Light, breathable clothes
Compare two months in Safi
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
April has the better holiday weather in Safi: score 100 against 94. In April, days are 3 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in April. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in April.
| Month | October | April |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 94 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 26° | 23° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 13° |
| Sea | 20.5° | 17.3° |
| Sunshine | 7.3 h | 8.9 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 4 | 4 |
| Rainfall | 22 mm | 20 mm |
| Muggy days | 3 | 0better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Safi month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
88January19° · Sea 17° · 6.3 h
In January, Safi is mild: daytime highs average 19 °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 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 38 mm. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Safi.
Safi in January92February20° · Sea 17° · 7.1 h
In February, Safi is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 35 mm in total. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Safi.
Safi in February93March22° · Sea 17° · 7.9 h
In March, Safi is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 32 mm. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Safi.
Safi in March100April23° · Sea 17° · 8.9 h
In April, Safi is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 17.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 20 mm in total. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Safi.
Safi in April100May25° · Sea 18° · 9.4 h
In May, Safi is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 11 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Safi.
Safi in May100June26° · Sea 20° · 10.3 h
In June, Safi is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 19.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 10.3 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 Safi.
Safi in June86July29° · Sea 20° · 10.7 h
In July, Safi is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 20.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Safi.
Safi in July84August30° · Sea 21° · 9.8 h
In August, Safi is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 20.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 9 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 Safi.
Safi in August95September28° · Sea 21° · 8.3 h
In September, Safi is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Safi.
Safi in September94October26° · Sea 21° · 7.3 h
In October, Safi is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 22 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Safi.
Safi in October91November22° · Sea 19° · 6.8 h
In November, Safi is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 19.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 43 mm in total. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Safi.
Safi in November87December20° · Sea 18° · 6.1 h
In December, Safi is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 43 mm. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Safi.
Safi 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 Safi
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 17°. 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 from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to June and from September to October. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 39 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 | 88 | 19° | 8° | 17.1° | 6.3 h | 5 | 38 |
| FebruaryFeb | 92 | 20° | 9° | 16.7° | 7.1 h | 5 | 35 |
| MarchMar | 93 | 22° | 11° | 16.7° | 7.9 h | 6 | 32 |
| AprilApr | 100 | 23° | 13° | 17.3° | 8.9 h | 4 | 20 |
| MayMay | 100 | 25° | 15° | 18.3° | 9.4 h | 2 | 11 |
| JuneJun | 100 | 26° | 18° | 19.6° | 10.3 h | 0 | 1 |
| JulyJul | 86 | 29° | 20° | 20.1° | 10.7 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 84 | 30° | 20° | 20.6° | 9.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 95 | 28° | 19° | 20.8° | 8.3 h | 1 | 5 |
| OctoberOct | 94 | 26° | 17° | 20.5° | 7.3 h | 4 | 22 |
| NovemberNov | 91 | 22° | 12° | 19.0° | 6.8 h | 5 | 43 |
| DecemberDec | 87 | 20° | 10° | 17.8° | 6.1 h | 6 | 43 |
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
32.30° N, 9.24° W · 45 m · Africa/Casablanca
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Safi
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.5 – 21.3 °C
Swimming season: Jul – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Safi ranges from 16.7 °C in February to 20.8 °C in September. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to October.
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 19.4 and 21.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 17.1° | 16.3° | 18.1° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 16.7° | 15.7° | 17.5° | cold |
| MarchMar | 16.7° | 15.9° | 17.3° | cold |
| AprilApr | 17.3° | 16.6° | 18.0° | fresh |
| MayMay | 18.3° | 17.6° | 19.1° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 19.6° | 18.8° | 20.7° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 20.1° | 19.2° | 21.1° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 20.6° | 19.3° | 21.8° | refreshing |
| SeptemberSep | 20.8° | 19.4° | 21.8° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 20.5° | 19.5° | 21.3° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.0° | 17.9° | 20.0° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 17.8° | 17.0° | 18.7° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Safi
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 7.3 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Safi, 64 % 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 Safi: 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, Safi has about 4 rainy days with 22 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Safi
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 6 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, 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 30 min
- Light brown skin
- about 40 min
- Olive skin
- about 50 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 Safi
How breezy and how cloudy Safi 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 Safi typically peaks at 22 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate 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, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 41 % of the sky over Safi: mostly sunny, with about 7.3 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 Safi
How often the day gets hot in Safi (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, Safi has about 2 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 Safi
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Safi 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.
Safi has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 100) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 85).
- 98
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 100
May half-term
May – Jun
ExcellentBest holidays
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.6 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 85
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Excellent
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
- 94
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 88
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 15 min
- Distance
- 2,250 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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Safi vs Essaouira
In October the holiday weather in Safi and Essaouira is about equally good (score 94 vs 97). During the day Essaouira is 4 °C cooler than Safi. The sea in Essaouira is 1 °C cooler. Essaouira gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Safi | Essaouira |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 94 | 97 |
| Daytime high | 26° | 22° |
| Sea | 21° | 20° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 4 | 3 |
| Best time | All year except Aug | Jun – Oct |
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Frequently asked questions about Safi
When is the best time to visit Safi?
The best time to visit Safi is all year round except in August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Safi?
The sea temperature in Safi ranges from 16.7 °C in February to 20.8 °C in September. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to October.
Can you swim in Safi in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.5 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Safi?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 20 °C. January is the coolest month at 19 °C.
When does it rain most in Safi?
The wettest month is December with 43 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 0 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Safi get?
Safi gets around 3,010 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.7 hours a day; in December there are 6.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Safi in?
Safi is on UTC+1 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Safi?
A nonstop flight from London to Safi takes about 3 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,250 km.
Which school holidays are best for Safi?
Safi has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 100) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 85). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 98, May half-term 100, summer holidays 85, October half-term 94, Christmas holidays 88.