Marrakech & the Atlas
A square that becomes an open-air kitchen at dusk, a souk designed to get you lost, and snow on the mountains an hour away.
The best time to visit Marrakech & the Atlas is Mar–May, Oct–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (85°F). Local time there is 17:43 (UTC+1).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
March · high 75°F · rain 1.7in · 11.9h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Marrakesh, this page’s gateway
Ramadan falls around 7 February to 8 March in 2027. Daytime cafés and restaurants often keep shorter hours.
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C68°F | 14mm0.6in | 10.3h10.3h | |
| February | 23°C74°F | 31mm1.2in | 11.0h11.0h | |
| March | 24°C75°F | 43mm1.7in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| April | 26°C79°F | 33mm1.3in | 12.9h12.9h | in the recommended window |
| May | 32°C90°F | 8mm0.3in | 13.8h13.8h | in the recommended window |
| June | 33°C92°F | 1mm0.0in | 14.2h14.2h | |
| July | 39°C103°F | 0mm0.0in | 14.0h14.0h | |
| August | 39°C101°F | 0mm0.0in | 13.3h13.3h | |
| September | 34°C92°F | 6mm0.2in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| October | 31°C87°F | 13mm0.5in | 11.3h11.3h | in the recommended window |
| November | 25°C77°F | 15mm0.6in | 10.5h10.5h | in the recommended window |
| December | 22°C71°F | 25mm1.0in | 10.1h10.1h |
Good to know
- Currency
- MAD · Moroccan dirham
- Language
- Arabic, Standard Moroccan Tamazight
- Driving
- on the right
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 127/220 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit Marrakech & the Atlas?
The best time to visit Marrakech & the Atlas is Mar–May, Oct–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (85°F).
How warm does Marrakech & the Atlas get?
Typical daytime highs in Marrakech & the Atlas are Mar–May 28°C (82°F), Jun–Aug 37°C (99°F), Sep–Nov 30°C (85°F), Dec–Feb 22°C (71°F).
Is Marrakech & the Atlas expensive?
On the ground, Marrakech & the Atlas is budget-friendly.
What sort of trip is Marrakech & the Atlas good for?
Marrakech & the Atlas is good for old stones and real towns, eating extremely well, sunshine and salt water, the once-in-a-lifetime sort of thing.