AI-generatedSidi Ifni at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Oct
- Warmest month
- Aug · 27°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 20.8°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,000 h
- Rain a year
- 153 mm
- Climate
- Dry subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Elevation
- 44 m
Climate in Sidi Ifni
Sidi Ifni has a dry subtropical climate: mild to warm all year, with very little rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 27 °C, while January is the coolest at 21 °C. With around 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, Sidi Ifni is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 9.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Sidi Ifni
The best time to visit Sidi Ifni is from June to October. 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, the weather is pleasant all year round. The wettest month is November with 23 mm of precipitation.
Sidi Ifni through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Sidi Ifni in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 22–23 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days in all
Sidi Ifni in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 25–27 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days in all
Sidi Ifni in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 23–26 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days in all
Sidi Ifni in winter
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 21–22 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days in all
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
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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: June – October
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 20°
- Midday, 13:00: about 26°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 25°
- Evening, 20:00: about 22°
- Night, 23:00: about 20°
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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 06:26–07:13 · evening 17:40–18:26
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:17–06:26 · evening 18:26–18:35
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 Sidi Ifni compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 26° at the start of the month to 25° at the end. The sea cools from 21° to 20°. The days get 0.8 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 16° |
| Sea | 21° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.1 h |
What is the weather like in Sidi Ifni in October?
In October, Sidi Ifni is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 20.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 12 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Sidi Ifni.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 30 min06:41 – 18:12
- UV index
- 7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 6 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 18 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 43 %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 %51 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %75 %
- 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
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
Compare two months in Sidi Ifni
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and August bring similar holiday weather to Sidi Ifni (score 83 and 86). In August, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is about as warm in both months. August has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines an hour longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 83 | 86 |
| Daytime high | 26° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 20° |
| Sea | 20.6° | 20.6° |
| Sunshine | 7.5 h | 8.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 2 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 12 mm | 2 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 6better | 17 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Sidi Ifni month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
45January21° · Sea 18° · 7.1 h
In January, Sidi Ifni is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 20 mm in total. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Sidi Ifni.
Sidi Ifni in January49February21° · Sea 17° · 7.9 h
In February, Sidi Ifni is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 17.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 21 mm in total. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Sidi Ifni.
Sidi Ifni in February60March23° · Sea 18° · 8.6 h
In March, Sidi Ifni is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 17.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 21 mm in total. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Sidi Ifni.
Sidi Ifni in March63April22° · Sea 18° · 8.9 h
In April, Sidi Ifni is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 17.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 12 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Sidi Ifni.
Sidi Ifni in April70May23° · Sea 19° · 9.0 h
In May, Sidi Ifni is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 18.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 8 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Sidi Ifni.
Sidi Ifni in May82June25° · Sea 20° · 9.2 h
In June, Sidi Ifni is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 19.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.2 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 Sidi Ifni.
Sidi Ifni in June85July26° · Sea 20° · 9.3 h
In July, Sidi Ifni is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 19.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Sidi Ifni.
Sidi Ifni in July86August27° · Sea 21° · 8.5 h
In August, Sidi Ifni is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 20.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Sidi Ifni.
Sidi Ifni in August85September26° · Sea 21° · 8.0 h
In September, Sidi Ifni is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Sidi Ifni.
Sidi Ifni in September83October26° · Sea 21° · 7.5 h
In October, Sidi Ifni is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 20.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 12 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Sidi Ifni.
Sidi Ifni in October69November23° · Sea 19° · 7.5 h
In November, Sidi Ifni is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 19.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 23 mm in total. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Sidi Ifni.
Sidi Ifni in November53December22° · Sea 18° · 7.0 h
In December, Sidi Ifni is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 23 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Sidi Ifni.
Sidi Ifni 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 Sidi Ifni
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 18°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 6 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (12°), 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 April to July and from September to November. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 45 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 | 45 | 21° | 12° | 17.8° | 7.1 h | 4 | 20 |
| FebruaryFeb | 49 | 21° | 13° | 17.1° | 7.9 h | 3 | 21 |
| MarchMar | 60 | 23° | 14° | 17.5° | 8.6 h | 4 | 21 |
| AprilApr | 63 | 22° | 15° | 17.9° | 8.9 h | 3 | 12 |
| MayMay | 70 | 23° | 17° | 18.5° | 9.0 h | 3 | 8 |
| JuneJun | 82 | 25° | 18° | 19.5° | 9.2 h | 1 | 4 |
| JulyJul | 85 | 26° | 19° | 19.9° | 9.3 h | 1 | 2 |
| AugustAug | 86 | 27° | 20° | 20.6° | 8.5 h | 1 | 2 |
| SeptemberSep | 85 | 26° | 19° | 20.8° | 8.0 h | 1 | 5 |
| OctoberOct | 83 | 26° | 18° | 20.6° | 7.5 h | 2 | 12 |
| NovemberNov | 69 | 23° | 15° | 19.4° | 7.5 h | 3 | 23 |
| DecemberDec | 53 | 22° | 13° | 18.4° | 7.0 h | 4 | 23 |
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
29.38° N, 10.17° W · 44 m · Africa/Casablanca
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Sidi Ifni
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.5 – 21.9 °C
Swimming season: Aug – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Sidi Ifni ranges from 17.1 °C in February to 20.8 °C in September. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from August 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 20.2 and 21.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 17.8° | 16.5° | 19.0° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 17.1° | 15.9° | 18.5° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 17.5° | 16.4° | 18.1° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 17.9° | 17.1° | 18.7° | fresh |
| MayMay | 18.5° | 17.8° | 19.5° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 19.5° | 18.5° | 20.5° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 19.9° | 19.3° | 20.7° | fresh |
| AugustAug | 20.6° | 20.0° | 21.5° | refreshing |
| SeptemberSep | 20.8° | 20.2° | 21.4° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 20.6° | 19.5° | 21.9° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.4° | 18.3° | 20.4° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 18.4° | 17.5° | 19.4° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Sidi Ifni
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 7.5 of 11.5 hours of daylight in Sidi Ifni, 65 % 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 Sidi Ifni: 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, Sidi Ifni has about 2 rainy days with 12 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Sidi Ifni
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 7 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 25 min
- Light brown skin
- about 35 min
- Olive skin
- about 45 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 Sidi Ifni
How breezy and how cloudy Sidi Ifni 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 Sidi Ifni 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: Dec – Jun.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 43 % of the sky over Sidi Ifni: mostly sunny, with about 7.5 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 Sidi Ifni
How often the day gets hot in Sidi Ifni (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, Sidi Ifni has about 4 hot days, with an average daytime high of 26 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
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
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Sidi Ifni 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.
Sidi Ifni has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 86) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 49).
- 62
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 72
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 86
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 83
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 49
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 35 min
- Distance
- 2,590 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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Sidi Ifni vs Guelmim
In October Guelmim has the better holiday weather (score 93 vs 83). During the day Guelmim is 3 °C warmer than Sidi Ifni. Guelmim gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Sidi Ifni | Guelmim |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 83 | 93 |
| Daytime high | 26° | 29° |
| Sea | 21° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 2 | 2 |
| Best time | Jun – Oct | Nov – Jun |
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Frequently asked questions about Sidi Ifni
When is the best time to visit Sidi Ifni?
The best time to visit Sidi Ifni 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 Sidi Ifni?
The sea temperature in Sidi Ifni ranges from 17.1 °C in February to 20.8 °C in September. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from August to October.
Can you swim in Sidi Ifni in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.6 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Sidi Ifni?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 27 °C and nights around 20 °C. January is the coolest month at 21 °C.
When does it rain most in Sidi Ifni?
The wettest month is November with 23 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 2 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Sidi Ifni get?
Sidi Ifni gets around 3,000 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 9.3 hours a day; in December there are 7.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Sidi Ifni in?
Sidi Ifni is on UTC+1 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Sidi Ifni?
A nonstop flight from London to Sidi Ifni takes about 3 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,590 km.
Which school holidays are best for Sidi Ifni?
Sidi Ifni has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 86) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 49). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 62, May half-term 72, summer holidays 86, October half-term 83, Christmas holidays 49.